Crispy Homemade Chicken Nuggets
Crispy homemade chicken nuggets are a nostalgic treat, featuring a crunchy exterior and juicy interior, perfect for dipping or snacking. Delight your family with this quick and easy recipe.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1–2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free alternative)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking oil (vegetable or canola)
Instructions
- Cut chicken breasts into uniform bite-sized pieces.
- Set up three bowls: one with seasoned flour (salt, pepper, garlic powder), another with whisked eggs, and the last with panko breadcrumbs.
- Coat each chicken piece in flour, dip into the egg wash, then cover with panko breadcrumbs ensuring full coverage.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat until hot but not smoking.
- Fry the nuggets in batches until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes per side.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot with your favorite dipping sauces.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 nuggets (90g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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