Jul 14 2026
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Chicken Nuggets Full Order Recipe

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Time45m
Serves4

Make Chicken Nuggets Full Order Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Chicken Preparation

Dipping Sauce (optional)

Method

Chicken Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chicken

    Cut the boneless, skinless chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. Place the pieces in a bowl and season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well to ensure all the chicken pieces are evenly coated. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes.

Breading

  1. 2

    Set up Breading Station

    Prepare three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with a mixture of breadcrumbs and paprika. Make sure to mix the paprika into the breadcrumbs for added flavor.

  2. 3

    Bread the Chicken

    Take each piece of marinated chicken, coat it in flour, dip it into the beaten eggs, and finally coat it in the breadcrumb mixture. Ensure each piece is thoroughly coated for an even crunch.

Frying

  1. 4

    Heat the Oil

    In a large skillet or frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). You can check the temperature with a deep-fry thermometer or by dropping a breadcrumb into the oil; it should sizzle and rise to the surface.

  2. 5

    Fry the Nuggets

    Carefully add the breaded chicken pieces to the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry in batches for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Use a slotted spoon to remove the chicken nuggets and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.

Dipping Sauce

  1. 6

    Prepare Dipping Sauces

    Serve the chicken nuggets hot with ketchup and honey mustard on the side for dipping.

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