Jul 13 2026

Little 'uns Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

Jumbo Tender, WING, or Dark Meat NUGGETS, 1 Side & Drink

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Ingredients

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Nuggets

Side Dish

Drink

Method

Nuggets Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare Chicken

    Cut the chicken thighs or drumsticks into nugget-sized pieces.

  2. 2

    Make Coating

    In a large bowl, mix together the flour, cornstarch, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.

  3. 3

    Prepare Wet Mixture

    In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and buttermilk until smooth.

  4. 4

    Coat Nuggets

    Dip the chicken pieces first into the wet mixture and then into the flour mixture, ensuring they are fully coated.

Cooking

  1. 5

    Fry Nuggets

    Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat. Once hot, fry the coated chicken nuggets in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per batch. Drain on paper towels.

Serve

  1. 6

    Plate and Enjoy

    Serve the chicken nuggets with a side of French fries and your choice of soda or juice.

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