Homemade Chicken Nuggets
Directions
- 1Place the chicken in the food processor and blend until the chicken is minced.
- 2Next, add the spices, cornstarch, and water and process until combined.
- 3Using a 1-1/2 tablespoon measure, shape the chicken mixture into a rectangular shape in your hand and place it on a baking tray with parchment paper.
- 4Freeze the shaped chicken mixture in the freezer for 30 minutes.
- 5Heat approximately 3-4 cups of vegetable oil in a frying pan or deep fryer.
- 6Dredge each nugget in the flour to cover, then into the egg, and finally, coat it in bread crumbs.
- 7Fry the nuggets in batches, if necessary, in oil for about 6-8 minutes, or until golden brown, flipping halfway through the cooking time, if necessary.
- 8Remove the nuggets to a paper towel-lined platter or tray briefly to absorb some of the excess oil before serving.
Ingredients
- 1.25 pounds chicken breast
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 0.25 cup cornstarch
- 0.25 cup water
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 4 cups vegetable oil, or more as needed
Equipment
Breading Trays Set – 3 Stainless Steel P...parchment paperbaking sheetsspider strainerGranPappy Electric Deep Fryermeasuring cups and spoonsfood processor
Tips
- Feel free to make these nuggets in any shape you like.
- Itel’s easy to change up the flavor by switching up the seasonings and spices.
- This recipe is a great meal prep idea!
- You can use already ground chicken in place of the chicken breasts to make this recipe even quicker.