Jul 14 2026
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Nuggets Recipe

Time45m
Serves2

10 crispy chicken nuggets served with house sauce.

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Ingredients

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Nugget Ingredients

Method

Cooking Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the chicken

    In a bowl, combine the diced chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Mix well and let it marinate for about 15 minutes.

  2. 2

    Set up the breading station

    In three separate bowls, place the flour, beaten egg, and breadcrumbs. You may season the breadcrumbs with a bit of salt and pepper if desired.

  3. 3

    Bread the nuggets

    Take a piece of marinated chicken, dip it into the flour, shaking off the excess. Then, dip it into the beaten egg, and finally coat it with breadcrumbs. Repeat with all chicken pieces.

  4. 4

    Fry the nuggets

    In a deep skillet or frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Once hot, carefully add the breaded chicken nuggets in batches, frying until golden brown and cooked through (about 3-4 minutes per side).

  5. 5

    Drain and serve

    Once cooked, transfer the nuggets to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve hot with your favorite house sauce.

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