Chicken Nuggets (5) Recipe
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Ingredients
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Chicken Nuggets Ingredients
Method
Chicken Nuggets Directions
- 1
Prepare Chicken
Cut the boneless, skinless chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces, approximately 1-inch cubes.
- 2
Set Up Breading Station
In three separate bowls, set up your breading station. In the first bowl, add the all-purpose flour mixed with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. In the second bowl, beat the eggs. In the third bowl, add the breadcrumbs.
- 3
Bread the Chicken
Take each piece of chicken, coat it in the flour mixture, then dip it into the beaten eggs, and finally coat it with the breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
- 4
Heat Oil
In a large skillet or frying pan, heat the cooking oil over medium heat until it shimmers. You can test if the oil is ready by dropping a small piece of breading into the oil; it should sizzle immediately.
- 5
Fry the Nuggets
Carefully add the breaded chicken nuggets to the hot oil in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- 6
Drain and Serve
Once cooked, remove the chicken nuggets from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauces.