Tofu Chicken Nuggets (Baked)
Deliciously crispy, these baked tofu chicken nuggets are sure to be a hit. They're easy, simple to make, and allergy-friendly. Pair them with your favorite dipping sauce and you'll be making them every week!
Servings: 3 Servings
Calories: 144kcal
Ingredients
- 1 14 oz package extra-firm tofu
- ¼ cup oat or all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup nutritional yeast
- ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp sea salt
- ½ tsp paprika
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2-3 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400F
- Add the tofu to a cheesecloth, twist the top, and press out as much water as possible. Or, press the tofu as normal, then use a paper towel to squeeze out any excess water. It's important to get as much water out of the tofu as possible.
- Mash the tofu with a potato masher, food processor, or your hands until the tofu is small, crumb size pieces.
- Whisk together the dry ingredients (oat flour, nutritional yeast, baking powder, and seasonings).
- Add the dry ingredients to the tofu and mix until well combined. You can do this with your hands, a food processor, or a fork.
- Form the tofu into 15-20 oval-shaped pieces. The tofu should be easy to mold. If it's too wet, add a bit more flour. If it's too dry, add a splash of milk.
- Brush the tofu with a bit of oil on each side.
- Place the tofu nuggets on a prepared baking sheet and bake for 30 to 40 minutes, flipping halfway through. For crispier nuggets, bake closer to 40 minutes.
- Remove from the oven, let cool, and serve with your favorite dipping sauce!
Nutrition
Serving: 6 Nuggets | Calories: 144kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Sodium: 849mg | Potassium: 140mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 0.2g | Vitamin A: 165IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 1mg
