Crispy homemade chicken nuggets

Directions

  1. 1Blend the chicken in a food processor or chopper until smooth. Add ice water to keep it cold.
  2. 2Mix in the egg, salt, white pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cornstarch.
  3. 3Divide into 18-20 g pieces and shape into nuggets (boot, ball, bell, or bone).
  4. 4Freeze on a tray for 30-60 minutes until firm.
  5. 5Coat each nugget in dry coating, then dip in wet batter.
  6. 6Heat oil to 170-175 G (340-350 F).
  7. 7Fry twice: first until just cooked, then fry again until golden and crispy.
  8. 8Drain and serve hot.

Ingredients

  • 500 g boneless chicken breast
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp onion powder
  • 0.5 tsp white pepper
  • 0.5 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp ice water
  • 2 tbsp ice water
  • 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
  • 60 g all-purpose flour
  • 0.25 cup cornstarch
  • 30 g cornstarch
  • 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
  • 60 g all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 cup cornstarch
  • 60 g cornstarch
  • 0.5 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp paprika powder
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp onion powder
  • 1 cup ice water
  • 180 ml ice water
  • 200 ml ice water

Equipment

food processorchoppertray