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Healthy Chicken Nuggets (GF)

What are two of the top kid-favorite foods in the U.S.? Yes, you guessed it – the chicken nugget, and of course, the French fry! However, rather than rely on processed frozen varieties, or worse yet, fast food establishments, why not create a real food “Happy Meal” at home.

And since these are so easy to make, why not get your kids involved in preparing them with you! It’s a blessed opportunity to teach your children not only how to cook, but how to eat healthy – two important skills that will last a lifetime!

For more kid-friendly recipes and cooking with kid tips, check out Kids in the Kitchen.

Time-Saving Tip: These delicious gluten-free, grain-free nuggets freeze great, so make a double batch to have on hand for days when you need a quick, but healthy meal! To freeze, simply loosen cooked chicken from bottom of the baking sheet, but leave chicken on the baking sheet and set aside to cool completely. Then, place baking sheet in freezer for a couple of hours to freeze the chicken. Once frozen solid, place chicken nuggets into a freezer safe container, or gallon-size ziplock baggie, and freeze. These reheat great in the oven or toaster oven. Simply thaw the frozen nuggets in the fridge first, then bake at 300 degrees until warmed through and crispy again, about 8-10 minutes.

Kids in the Kitchen: Set up all the ingredients and have your kids do the fun part – dredging the chicken in the GF breadcrumbs!

These gluten-free, grain-free nuggets are the perfect kid-favorite quick lunch or dinner! And because they are made with healthy real food ingredients, you can feel good about serving them!

Healthy Chicken Nuggets (GF Option)

Yield: 4-5 servings

Healthy Chicken Nuggets (GF Option)

Ingredients

1 1/2 pound of organic chicken breasts (fat trimmed, no skin)
2 tbsp cultured buttermilk (or non-dairy milk, such as almond milk, if you're DF)
1 large pastured egg
1/8 tsp each of the following herbs/seasonings:
garlic powder
dried parsley
Celtic sea salt
Fresh ground pepper
1 cup homemade breadcrumbs
Olive oil

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Lightly oil a baking sheet with olive oil and set aside.
In a wide shallow bowl or dish, whisk together Kefir, egg and seasonings until slightly foamy.
For chicken strips/tenders: Cut chicken breasts into thin strips about a half-inch in thickness. For chicken nuggets: Cut chicken breasts into small chunks.
Place chicken into the egg wash and be sure to turn them to ensure they are well coated with the egg wash. Allow chicken to sit in the egg wash about two minutes.
On a large plate, add breadcrumbs.
Remove chicken from egg wash, one piece at a time, and dredge through the breadcrumbs, making sure to thoroughly coat each side.
Place chicken on oiled baking sheet, sprinkle with a pinch of salt and bake approximately 15-20 minutes, until breadcrumbs are lightly browned at top/edges and chicken is cooked through.
Serve with Healthy Valley Ranch Dressing and Healthier French Fries.

Notes

Chicken Parmesan Dunkers: For a delicious chicken nugget parmesan, simply reduce the breadcrumbs to 3/4 cup and add 1/4 grated parmesan cheese. Serve nuggets with a side of warm marinara sauce. Yum!

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Raw Cookie Dough Bites (GF)

By Kelly · 85 Comments

Who doesn’t like raw cookie dough, especially when it’s packed with wholesome nutrition?

These delicious little “raw cookie dough” bites are simply an adapted version of my raw almond butter truffles recipe. These are one of my boys’ favorite lunchbox treats, so they never mind helping to whip them up!

There are three different recipes to enjoy, to be sure to keep scrolling to view all three! For some helpful Kids in the Kitchen tips and strategies, check out Cultivating Little Sous Chefs.

Can’t get enough raw cookie dough bites? Neither can we! Be sure to check these other great raw cookie recipes:
• Raw Cacao-Coconut Cookie Bites
• Raw Almond Butter Truffles

P.S. These scrumptious raw cookie bites make a beautiful Gift-in-a-Jar no matter what the holiday or special occasion.

Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bites

Yield: 18 cookie bites

Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bites

Ingredients

1/2 cup creamy raw almond butter
1/4 cup, plus 1 tbsp raw honey
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 cup, plus 1 tbsp coconut flour
3 tbsp ground flaxseed (or use an additional teaspoon or two of coconut flour)
1/4 tsp sea salt
1/4 cup fair trade chocolate chips (or carob chips)

Instructions

In a large bowl, mix together the raw almond butter, honey and vanilla until creamy and well blended.
In a separate bowl, mix together the coconut flour, ground flax seed and salt. Add the dry ingredients to the wet and mix well to combine.
Use your hands to knead the dough to thoroughly combine. If it's too wet, add a bit more coconut flour. If the dough is too dry and doesn't hold together well, knead in one teaspoon of water. Fold in the dark chocolate chips or carob chips.
Then, scoop out tablespoon-size portions and roll into one-inch balls using your hands to create a bite-sized treat.
*Refrigerate truffles for 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

*I place the cookie bites on a baking sheet about an inch apart and freeze them until frozen solid. Then I place them in freezer-safe containers by flavor. That way, I can just pop whatever I need in the frig to defrost a bit before serving. Or you can place the frozen cookie bites right into your child's lunchbox. Yum!

Recipe Variation: Use 100% all natural peanut butter (the kind you have to stir) instead of raw almond butter to make yummy Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Dough Bites.

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Gingersnap Cookie Dough Bites

Yield: 18 cookie bites

Gingersnap Cookie Dough Bites

Ingredients

1/2 cup creamy raw almond butter
1/4 cup, plus 1 tbsp raw honey
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp organic blackstrap molasses
1 tsp ground ginger
1/4 cup, plus 1 tbsp coconut flour
3 tbsp ground flaxseed (or use an additional teaspoon or two of coconut flour)
1/4 tsp sea salt

Instructions

In a large bowl, mix together the raw almond butter, honey, vanilla, molasses and ground ginger until smooth and creamy.
In a separate bowl, mix together the coconut flour, ground flax seed and salt. Add the dry ingredients to the wet and mix well to combine.
Use your hands to knead the dough to thoroughly combine. If it's too wet, add a bit more coconut flour. If the dough is too dry and doesn't hold together well, knead in one teaspoon of water.
Then, scoop out tablespoon-size portions and roll into one-inch balls using your hands to create a bite-sized treat.
Optional: Roll gingersnap dough balls in some ground flax seed before refrigerating.
*Refrigerate truffles for 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

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Snickerdoodle Cookie Dough Bites

Yield: 18 cookie bites

Snickerdoodle Cookie Dough Bites

Ingredients

1/2 cup creamy raw almond butter
1/4 cup, plus 1 tbsp raw honey
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 cup, plus 1 tbsp coconut flour
3 tbsp ground flaxseed (or use an additional teaspoon or two of coconut flour)
1/4 tsp sea salt

Instructions

In a large bowl, mix together the raw almond butter, honey, vanilla and cinnamon until smooth and creamy.
In a separate bowl, mix together the coconut flour, ground flax seed and salt. Add the dry ingredients to the wet and mix well to combine.
Use your hands to knead the dough to thoroughly combine. If it's too wet, add a bit more coconut flour. If the dough is too dry and doesn't hold together well, knead in one teaspoon of water.
Then, scoop out tablespoon-size portions and roll into one-inch balls using your hands to create a bite-sized treat. (Optional: Mix together three tablespoons of ground flax seed with 1/4 teaspoon of ground cinnamon. Then, roll the snickerdoodle dough balls in this mixture before refrigerating.)
*Refrigerate truffles for 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

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Fruit and Raw Cheese Kabobs (GF)

By Kelly · 8 Comments

Who doesn’t love fruit and cheese! Mmm!

These fun kabobs make a delicious wholesome snack, or light lunch – just serve with some whole grain crackers {or GF crackers} and nitrate-free turkey slices on the side! And if you’re pressed for time, simply skip the the cookie-cutter step and just cube the raw cheese.

These kabobs are as fun to make as they are to eat – so why not get your kids involved! Have them help cut out the fun shapes. Just be sure to carefully supervise young ones if they help to place the fruit and cheese on the skewers – we don’t want any owies!

For some helpful Kids in the Kitchen tips and strategies, check out Cultivating Little Sous Chefs.

Fruit and Raw Cheese Kabobs (GF)

Ingredients

Assorted Fresh Organic Fruit & Berries (virtually anything your kids like will work)
Organic Raw Milk Cheese
Wooden skewers

Instructions

Use 1-inch to 1 1/2-inch cookie cutters to cut shapes out of raw cheese. Cut fruit into thick pieces. Thread fruit and cheese onto wooden skewers, alternating to create a pleasing pattern.
For safety, be sure to snip off the pointed end of the skewer with a pair of kitchen shears. Place in a flat storage container and chill until serving time (or overnight).
These make a delicious wholesome snack, or light lunch – just serve with some whole grain crackers and nitrate-free turkey slices on the side!

Notes

Don't discard the leftover cheese pieces from the cut-outs, save them for another great snack – cheese and crackers, or use in other recipes.

https://thenourishinghome.com/2012/03/fruit-and-raw-cheese-kabobs-gf/

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