Easy Chicken Nugget Parmesan Bake
A quick and family-friendly dinner hack that turns frozen chicken nuggets into a cheesy, saucy meal in just 20 minutes. Serve over spaghetti or with a salad for an easy weeknight win.
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Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 24 frozen chicken nuggets
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Cooked spaghetti or rice - for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Spread 24 frozen chicken nuggets in a single layer and bake for 10 minutes.
- Remove from oven and flip each nugget.
- Spoon 1 cup marinara sauce evenly over the tops, then sprinkle with 1½ cups shredded mozzarella and ¼ cup Parmesan.
- Return to oven and bake for 6–9 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
- For extra crispiness, broil 1 minute at the end, watching closely.
- Serve warm over cooked spaghetti or rice, or pair with a salad for a quick dinner idea.
Recipe Notes:
Air fryer option: Cook nuggets at 375°F for 8–9 minutes, flipping halfway.
Toaster oven tip: Follow the same step on foil and bake at 425°F for 5 minutes until cheese melts.
TIPS:
- Use a rimmed baking sheet to catch any melty cheese or sauce overflow.
- Any nuggets work: panko, homestyle, or air fryer-style.
- Don’t overload with sauce—it can make nuggets soggy.
- Add Italian seasoning or red pepper flakes for extra flavor.
- Best served fresh, but leftovers reheat well in the oven or air fryer.
Nutrition Info
Calories: 353kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 104mg | Sodium: 724mg | Potassium: 389mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 725IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 285mg | Iron: 2mg
The nutritional information provided is an estimate and is per serving.
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