Crispy Homemade Chicken Nuggets
Ingredients
- • 500 g chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- • 120 g all-purpose flour
- • 2 item eggs
- • 150 g breadcrumbs
- • 5 g garlic powder
- • 5 g onion powder
- • 5 g paprika
- • 6 g salt
- • 2 g black pepper
- • 480 ml vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- 1
Cut chicken breast into 1-inch bite-sized pieces and pat completely dry with paper towels.
- 2
Set up three shallow bowls: In the first bowl, place the flour. In the second bowl, beat the eggs. In the third bowl, combine breadcrumbs with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- 3
Working with a few pieces at a time, coat chicken pieces in flour, shaking off excess.
- 4
Dip floured chicken into beaten eggs, allowing excess to drip off.
- 5
Roll chicken in seasoned breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to ensure coating adheres well.
- 6
Place breaded nuggets on a plate and let them rest for 5 minutes to help the coating set.
- 7
Heat oil in a large skillet or heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to ensure accurate temperature.
- 8
Fry nuggets in batches for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- 9
Transfer cooked nuggets to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- 10
Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauces.
Nutrition (per serving)
Nutrition data is approximate and derived from OpenFoodFacts.org. Values may vary based on ingredients, brands, and preparation methods. Not intended as dietary or medical advice.
Chef's Note
"These homemade nuggets are a game-changer for busy weeknights - crispy, juicy, and so much better than store-bought. My kids beg for these, and the best part is you control exactly what goes into them!"
