Crispy Algerian Chicken Tagine Bites
A fusion of Japanese and North African flavors in bite-sized crispy chicken nuggets.
Ingredients
- β1 pound chicken breastboneless, skinless
- β1 cup all-purpose flourgluten-free flour for gluten-free option
- β2 tablespoons algerian spice blendor substitute with a combination of cumin, coriander, and cinnamon
- β1 cup crispy rice cerealgluten-free option
- β2 large eggsbeaten
- β1/4 cup hamfinely chopped, optional
- β1/4 cup fresh cilantrochopped, for garnish
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400Β°F (200Β°C).
- 2
Cut the chicken breast into small nugget-sized pieces.
- 3
In a shallow dish, mix together the all-purpose flour, Algerian spice blend, and a pinch of salt.
- 4
In a separate dish, beat the eggs.
- 5
In a third dish, place the crispy rice cereal.
- 6
Dip each chicken piece into the flour mixture, then the eggs, and finally the crispy rice cereal, pressing gently to adhere.
- 7
Place the coated chicken nuggets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 8
Drizzle with a little bit of oil and sprinkle with chopped ham (if using).
- 9
Bake for 15-20 minutes or until cooked through and crispy.
- 10
Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve immediately.