Homemade Chicken Nuggets

20 mins
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Preheat your oven to 220°C/428°F.
  2. 2Preheat your oven to 220°C/428°F.
  3. 3Preheat your oven to 220°C/428°F.
  4. 4Place the chicken breast, potato, onion, salt, pepper and garlic powder in a food processor.
  5. 5Place the chicken breast, potato, onion, salt, pepper and garlic powder in a food processor.
  6. 6Place the chicken breast, potato, onion, salt, pepper and garlic powder in a food processor.
  7. 7Blend until all is minced.
  8. 8Blend until all is minced.
  9. 9Blend until all is minced.
  10. 10Combine the breading mix (panko breadcrumbs and a pinch of salt).
  11. 11Combine the breading mix (panko breadcrumbs and a pinch of salt).
  12. 12Combine the breading mix (panko breadcrumbs and a pinch of salt).
  13. 13Shape the chicken mixture in your hand into nuggets and toss into the breadcrumbs to completely coat.
  14. 14Shape the chicken mixture in your hand into nuggets and toss into the breadcrumbs to completely coat.
  15. 15Shape the chicken mixture in your hand into nuggets and toss into the breadcrumbs to completely coat.
  16. 16Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
  17. 17Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
  18. 18Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
  19. 19Brush the parchment paper generously with olive oil and arrange the nuggets.
  20. 20Brush the parchment paper generously with olive oil and arrange the nuggets.
  21. 21Brush the parchment paper generously with olive oil and arrange the nuggets.
  22. 22Bake for 10-12 minutes, turn over, then cook another 7-8 minutes or until cooked through.
  23. 23Bake for 10-12 minutes, turn over, then cook another 7-8 minutes or until cooked through.
  24. 24Bake for 10-12 minutes, turn over, then cook another 7-8 minutes or until cooked through.
  25. 25Remove and let them rest for a few minutes prior to serving.
  26. 26Remove and let them rest for a few minutes prior to serving.
  27. 27Remove and let them rest for a few minutes prior to serving.
  28. 28Serve the chicken nuggets with ketchup and a creamy dipping sauce garnished with parsley.
  29. 29Serve the chicken nuggets with ketchup and a creamy dipping sauce garnished with parsley.
  30. 30Serve the chicken nuggets with ketchup and a creamy dipping sauce garnished with parsley.

Ingredients

  • 300 g chicken breast
  • 300 g chicken breast
  • 300 g chicken breast
  • 1 small potato
  • 1 small potato
  • 1 small potato
  • 0.5 onion
  • 0.5 onion
  • 0.5 onion
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • pepper
  • pepper
  • pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 60 g panko breadcrumbs
  • 60 g panko breadcrumbs
  • 60 g panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 pinch salt
  • olive oil
  • olive oil
  • olive oil

Equipment

food processorbaking trayparchment paper

Tips

  • For a golden color, toast the breadcrumbs for 4-5 minutes in the oven before breading the nuggets.
  • Let the nuggets rest for a few minutes prior to serving for best results.
  • Brush the parchment paper generously with olive oil to prevent sticking and aid in crispiness.
  • Ensure the nuggets are cooked through, indicated by a golden-brown exterior and tender interior.
  • Serve with preferred dipping sauces like ketchup or a creamy sauce, as shown in the video for an enhanced experience for children.
  • This recipe is described as kid-friendly, healthy, and easy to make, making it a convenient meal or snack option.
  • The recipe is considered a "mom win" and "kid approved" for its appeal to children and ease of preparation.
  • The process of blending ingredients in a food processor ensures a smooth mixture for uniform nuggets.
  • Shaping the nuggets by hand allows for customization in size and form, promoting an engaging cooking process.
  • Baking the nuggets offers a healthier alternative to frying, while still achieving a crispy texture.