Kid-Favorite Sweet Potato Chicken Poppers

If your kids love chicken nuggets but you’re looking for a healthier, homemade option, you’re in the right place. These Kid-Favorite Sweet Potato Chicken Poppers are crispy, flavorful, and packed with hidden nutrition. With the addition of Healthy Heights Grow Daily 10+ Plain, they offer extra protein and essential nutrients to support growing kids—without them ever knowing.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup mashed sweet potato
  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (or almond flour for a gluten-free option)
  • 2 tablespoons Healthy Heights Grow Daily 10+ Plain
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs (for coating)
  • Olive oil spray

Instructions:

  1. Preheat & Prep:
    Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Lightly spray with olive oil.
  2. Make the Mixture:
    In a large bowl, mix mashed sweet potato, ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Healthy Heights Grow Daily 10+, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and egg. Stir until well combined.
  3. Shape & Coat:
    Scoop a tablespoon of the mixture and form it into nugget shapes. Roll each nugget in panko breadcrumbs for a crispy coating.
  4. Bake to Perfection:
    Place poppers on the prepared baking sheet and lightly spray with olive oil. Bake for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through.

Why Kids Love This Recipe

These Kid-Favorite Sweet Potato Chicken Poppers are a parent-approved way to make mealtime nutritious and fun. With a crispy texture, hidden veggies, and extra nutrients from Healthy Heights Grow Daily 10+, they’re a win for both taste and health.

Try this recipe and tag @HealthyHeight to share your creation! Use #HealthyPoppers and #KidFriendlyMeals to inspire other parents to give them a try.