Smoked Chicken Nuggets Recipe
country-fried smoked chicken bites; spicy tiger bbq, barbecue ranch, ‘bama white bbq, carolina gold
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Ingredients
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Chicken Nuggets
Dipping Sauces
Method
Preparation of Chicken Nuggets
- 1
Marinate the Chicken
Cut the boneless chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large bowl. Pour the buttermilk over the chicken and stir to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.
- 2
Prepare the Coating
In a separate bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- 3
Coat the Chicken
Remove the marinated chicken from the refrigerator. Dredge each piece of chicken in the flour mixture until well coated. Shake off any excess flour.
Cooking the Chicken Nuggets
- 4
Preheat the Oil
In a deep skillet or fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Fry the Nuggets
Carefully add the coated chicken pieces to the hot oil in batches. Fry for about 5-7 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through, turning occasionally. Use a slotted spoon to remove the nuggets and drain them on paper towels.
- 6
