Homemade Chicken Nuggets
These homemade chicken nuggets are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, making them a perfect snack or meal for both kids and adults. Easy to prepare and customizable with your favorite dipping sauces, they are sure to be a hit at any gathering.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 cups breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
- 2 tbsp water
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 2 large eggs
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- Your favorite dipping sauces (ranch, barbecue, etc.)
Instructions
- Cut the chicken breasts into nugget-sized pieces, about 1 to 1.5 inches each.
- In one shallow dish, mix the flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. In a second dish, beat the eggs with the water. In a third dish, place the breadcrumbs.
- Dredge each piece of chicken in the seasoned flour, dip it into the egg mixture, and roll it in the breadcrumbs.
- Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches around 350°F (175°C). Fry the chicken nuggets in batches for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Remove the nuggets with a slotted spoon and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauces.
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 220mg