Description
Chicken Parmesan Bites are the ultimate graduation finger food, combining crunchy, cheesy goodness in every bite. These golden-brown morsels are not only easy to prepare but also a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, perfect for celebrating your loved ones’ achievements. Serve them warm with marinara sauce for dipping, and watch them disappear in minutes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 1 cup Italian breadcrumbs (seasoned preferred)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup marinara sauce (for dipping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- In one bowl, beat the eggs until frothy. In another bowl, combine breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese.
- Dip each chicken piece in the egg mixture, then coat with breadcrumbs. Place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve warm with marinara sauce on the side for dipping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Finger Food
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5 bites (100g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
Keywords: For added flavor, mix in fresh herbs or garlic powder with the breadcrumb mixture. Substitute chicken with turkey or eggplant for a vegetarian version. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes.