Homemade Chicken Nuggets Recipe

Chicken Nuggets have been a popular street food and family favorite for many years now. They can be enjoyed as a snack or served with a side of fries or vegetables. This easy-to-follow recipe will show you how to make delicious chicken nuggets at home.

Ingredients

• 1 whole chicken breast, cut into small pieces
• 1 cup of panko breadcrumbs (you can also use regular breadcrumbs)
• 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon of paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 egg
• Cooking oil for frying

Instructions

To make the chicken nuggets, first preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

1. Mix the flour, paprika, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish. Set aside.
2. In another dish, beat the egg until well combined. This will serve as your dipping sauce for the chicken pieces.
3. Dip each piece of chicken into the beaten egg, letting any excess drip off. Then coat it with the flour mixture to ensure all parts are evenly covered. Shake off any extra coating before placing on the baking sheet.
4. Once all the chicken pieces have been coated and placed on the tray, place them in your preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until they turn golden brown.
5. If you prefer a crispy texture outside and juicy inside, you can also fry these nuggets. For frying, use enough cooking oil to cover the bottom of a skillet by about an inch. Heat the oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). Carefully place some chicken pieces in the hot oil; don’t overcrowd the pan as this will lower the temperature too much and affect how quickly they brown.
6. Fry for around 6-8 minutes, flipping occasionally to ensure even cooking. Drain on paper towels before serving.

Optional Additions & Variations

• For extra flavor, consider adding a touch of garlic powder and onion powder into the flour mixture.
• Add some grated cheese over each piece right after frying them for added cheesy goodness.
• Vary the dipping sauce: Try honey mustard dip or a homemade ketchup.

Cooking Time & Serving Size

The total cooking time, including both baking and frying options mentioned above, is approximately 40-65 minutes. Depending on your method of preparation—baking versus frying—the actual cooking duration may differ slightly. One recipe makes about 12 nuggets, which serve two people if you're planning to eat them as a snack or part of a meal.

Conclusion

With this simple and effective chicken nugget recipe, you can enjoy a tasty treat that everyone in your household will love. Whether served hot from the oven or crispy after frying, these homemade nuggets are sure to become a family favorite. Try them out today and impress your loved ones with your culinary skills.

Chicken Nuggets not only provide delicious satisfaction but also offer nutritional benefits due to their high protein content derived directly from chicken breast meat. So why not give this recipe a try? You might just find it becoming one of your go-to dishes for when hunger strikes.