Description
These Parmesan Fish Nuggets are a delicious and healthier alternative to traditional fried fish sticks. Made with tender white fish coated in a crispy Parmesan breadcrumb mixture, they are baked to perfection for a tasty and kid-friendly meal.
Ingredients
Scale
For the fish nuggets:
- 1 pound white fish fillets (such as cod or tilapia), cut into 1-inch chunks
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs
- cooking spray or oil for baking
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Prepare the coating: In a shallow bowl, beat the eggs. In another bowl, mix the Parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Coat the fish: Dip each fish piece into the egg mixture, then coat it in the Parmesan breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- Bake: Place the coated fish nuggets on the prepared baking sheet. Lightly spray the tops with cooking spray for extra crispiness. Bake for 15–18 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve: Serve warm with tartar sauce, lemon wedges, or your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- For an air fryer version, cook at 400°F for 8–10 minutes, shaking halfway through.
- You can substitute almond flour and crushed pork rinds for a low-carb version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 4–5 nuggets
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
