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Chick’n Nuggets that are anything but average. These meatless nuggets are packed with flavor, perfectly dippable and no, you won’t even miss the meat.

Raise your hand if you have a secret love for chicken nuggets. Both of mine are definitely raised high. Every now and then I develop a huge craving for my childhood favorite. The last time I ordered them at an actual fast food restaurant I seriously cannot remember.

I do however remember walking the isles in the grocery store, debating whether or not I should give in and buy a bag of frozen chicken nuggets. When I stumbled upon the “better for you” section and discovered Morning Star’s Chick’n Nuggets, I immediately reached for a box or two.

Healthy Chicken Nuggets. Is this for real?

I felt great about having made a better decision, but deep down I was questioning if I had wasted a bunch of money. I couldn’t pop them in the oven fast enough once I got home.

May I just say that I have been buying box after box ever since. I even had a friend taste-test just to make sure I wasn’t imagining that meatless nuggets actually do taste as good as I thought.

It took me a while to perfect the recipe, but I’m finally ready to share my homemade version. If you love chicken nuggets and are looking for a healthier, delicious, and completely made from scratch option, you have come to the right place.

As if chickpeas couldn’t get any more versatile. They won my heart with hummus and have made their way into plenty of salads. And don’t even get me started on roasted chickpeas. Best snack ever.

Chickpeas are so neutral in taste and because they’re so creamy, it makes for some “juicy” nuggets that you can season to your heart’s delight. I used traditional seasonings, but you can add anything you like, really.

If you’re anything like me, you loathe taking out and using your food processor. You’ll be putting it to work for less than 5 minutes and probably spend double the time cleaning it, but these nuggets are so, so worth it. It’s times like these that I am so thankful we invested in one. That thing is simply amazing.

You could even whip up a double batch. The nuggets freeze really well and can be reheated for a quick lunch or snack in no time. Do it!

Yum! I think I know what I’ll be chowing down on today! Sorry, I get a little excited about these….They really are THAT good.

Wishing you all a great start to a new week.