Description
Learn how to make delicious and crispy homemade chicken nuggets that are perfect for both kids and adults. Whether you choose to fry or bake them, these nuggets are sure to be a hit at any meal!
Ingredients
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Chicken Nuggets:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1-inch pieces)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- cooking oil for frying or spray for baking
Instructions
- Prepare the Breading Station: Set up three shallow bowls with flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan cheese and spices.
- Bread the Chicken: Dip each chicken piece into the flour, then the egg, and coat in the breadcrumb mixture.
- For Frying: Fry nuggets in hot oil for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
- For Baking: Bake nuggets at 400°F for 18–20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Serve: Enjoy warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, use panko breadcrumbs.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free flour and breadcrumbs.
- Can also be air-fried at 400°F for 12–15 minutes, flipping once.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying or Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
