Homemade Chicken Nuggets
Chicken nuggets is a delicious or more tasty you can make homemade chicken nuggets yourself in your own kitchen. From the real chicken breast fillet to the crispy golden breading, they provide an ideal ratio of juicy and crunchy in every bite. Easy to bake or fry, these nuggets are a healthier choice than store-bought varieties. Pair them with your favorite dipping sauces for a delicious meal or snack that everyone will enjoy!
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How To Make Chicken Nuggets
Prepare the Coating Station:
- Bowl 1: Combine 1 cup flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt and pepper.
- Bowl 2: Beat the eggs together until combined.
- Bowl 3: Stir in dried herbs, and toss with breadcrumbs or flour, if using.
Coat the Chicken:
- Dip each piece of chicken into the flour mixture, turning to coat completely.
- Tap away any excess flour and dredge the piece in the egg.
- Then you roll it in breadcrumbs one more time, pressing down so that they hold.
Cook the Nuggets:
- Spread the nuggets out in one layer, then bake for 12 to 15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
Why Would You Want to Make Chicken Nuggets at Home?
One of the best things about making your own nuggets is that you can use fresh, good quality chicken and other ingredients:
- Flavor Trigger: Add your go to herbs and spices in to stir up your recipes.
- Healthier Option: You can bake or air fry them instead of deep frying them, keeping the bad fats and calories down.
- All the Amazing Arguments: You Need to Make Your Own Chicken Nuggets Fun for the Family: Rolling, breading and frying up chicken nuggets can be a family-friendly.
Tips for Perfect Nuggets
Even Pieces:
- Cut the chicken into the same size pieces so it cooks evenly.
Double Dipper:
- For crisper nuggets, you can dip in egg and breadcrumbs twice.
Homemade Chicken Nuggets
Prep Time: 10 Mins Cook Time: 20 Mins Total Time: 30 Mins
Ingredients Chicken Nuggets
- 2 chicken breasts (approximately 1 pound), small and even-diced
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko or fine)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano or parsley (optional)
- Frying oil or cooking spray, for baking
Directions
Step 1:
Combine 1 cup flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt and pepper. Beat the eggs together until combined. Stir in dried herbs, and toss with breadcrumbs or flour, if using.
Step 2:
Dip each piece of chicken into the flour mixture, turning to coat completely. Tap away any excess flour and dredge the piece in the egg.
Step 3:
Then you roll it in breadcrumbs one more time, pressing down so that they hold.
Step 4:
Spread the nuggets out in one layer, then bake for 12 to 15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
Serving Suggestions
What to serve with these homemade chicken nuggets:
Instant Pot Lazy Lasagna Recipe
Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe
Conclusion
Chicken nuggets are a universal favorite and homemade chicken nuggets are yummy, but you are also sure of what you are including when making your food, which is always a good thing. These nuggets are excellent on their own as a snack or tucked into the lunchbox or heaped on a party platter.
