Homemade Chicken Nuggets

1h 18m
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Put 1 lb of cubed chicken breast into a food processor.
  2. 2Add one beaten egg.
  3. 3Add 1 tsp of salt.
  4. 4Add 2 Tbsp of your favorite hot sauce (optional).
  5. 5Blend until smooth.
  6. 6Scoop the mixture using a 1 Tbsp scoop and roll into balls.
  7. 7Roll the balls in cornstarch to coat and shape them.
  8. 8Place the coated nuggets on a baking sheet and freeze for one hour.
  9. 9In a bowl, mix 1 C of self rising flour, 1 tsp salt, 1 tsp paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder, ½ tsp onion powder, and ½ tsp cayenne pepper.
  10. 10Add 1.5 C of cold water and whisk until smooth.
  11. 11Dip each frozen nugget into the batter, removing any excess.
  12. 12Deep fry the nuggets at 390°F for 3-4 minutes, until golden brown and cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken breast
  • 1 beaten egg
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 Tbsp hot sauce
  • 1 C cornstarch
  • 1 C self rising flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp onion powder
  • 0.5 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1.5 C cold water

Equipment

food processorbowlspoonscoopbaking sheetwhisksmall bowlsmall pottongs