Chicken Nuggets
Homemade Chicken Nuggets are golden, crispy on the outside, and tender inside. They are made with real chicken, seasoned to perfection, and coated with breadcrumbs for crunch. These nuggets are healthier than store-bought options since you can control the ingredients and cooking method. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or quick meal, they are a hit with both kids and adults.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup breadcrumbs or panko
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
Instructions
- Cut chicken breasts into nugget-sized pieces.
- Season the flour with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
- Dip chicken pieces in the seasoned flour.
- Coat them in beaten eggs.
- Roll in breadcrumbs or panko for extra crunch.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Fry nuggets in small batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 4–5 minutes.
- Drain on paper towels before serving.
Notes
- For a healthier version, bake at 400°F (200°C) for 18–20 minutes.
- Air-fryer nuggets turn crispy without excess oil.
- Add grated parmesan to breadcrumbs for extra flavour.
- Serve with ketchup, honey mustard, or BBQ sauce.