Name: Chicken Nuggets Recipe
Prep time: 45 min
Ingredients: 2 Chicken breasts (600g, cut into small chunks); 1 teaspoon Salt; 1/2 teaspoon Pepper; 1 teaspoon Garlic powder; 1 teaspoon Paprika; 3 tablespoons Breadcrumbs; Breadcrumbs; Flour; 3 Eggs; Salt to taste; Pepper to taste; Garlic powder to taste

Chicken Nuggets Recipe

By David | Feb 19, 2021August 19, 2024

4.50 from 18 votes

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Learn how to make the best chicken nuggets. These homemade chicken nuggets are crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. This recipe is easy to follow and everyone loves it.

A plate of golden-brown, breaded chicken nuggets is arranged around two small bowls of dipping sauces: one with a white creamy sauce and the other with a red chili sauce. The plate is set on a wooden surface.

Chicken Nuggets Recipe

4.50 from 18 votes

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Prep Time 45

WORK TIME 45

DIFFICULTY Easy

Cuisine American

Servings yields

Ingredients

For the chicken mixture:

2 Chicken breasts 600g, cut into small chunks
1 teaspoon Salt
½ teaspoon Pepper
1 teaspoon Garlic powder
1 teaspoon Paprika
3 tablespoons Breadcrumbs

For the coating:

Breadcrumbs
Flour
3 Eggs
Salt to taste
Pepper to taste
Garlic powder to taste

Instructions

DIRECTIONS
1. To a bowl of a food processor or high powdered blender place chicken chunks, salt, pepper and garlic powder and breadcrumbs. Pulse until combined.
2. From the mixture shape nuggets patties. Arrange them on a cutting board and freeze for 10-15 minutes.
3. Prepare 3 bowls: in the first bowl mix flour with spices, in the second bowl whisk eggs, in the third bowl place breadcrumbs.
4. Coat each nugget in flour, then dip in beaten eggs, then coat with breadcrumbs.
5. Heat oil to 180C (350F).
6. Fry chicken nuggets, in batches, in hot oil until golden and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes.
7. Remove from oil and transfer to paper towels to drain.
8. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes:
Can we make chicken nuggets ahead of time?
Yes, place the coated nuggets on a baking sheet or a cutting board, and freeze for 1 hour, then transfer to an airtight container or a Ziploc bag and freeze up to 2 months. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator before frying. You also can keep coated nuggets in the fridge, covered up to 1 day.
Can we bake chicken nuggets?
Yes, these chicken nuggets can be baked. Preheat oven to 375F (190C). Arrange chicken nuggets on a baking tray lined with parchment paper and bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden and cooked through.
How to store chicken nuggets?
Fried or baked chicken nuggets can be stored, covered, in the fridge up to 3 days or frozen in an airtight container for up to 2-3 months. Reheat in preheat 375F (190C) oven until thawed and ready to eat.
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