Chicken Nuggets Recipe
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Ingredients
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Chicken Marinade
Breading
Cooking
Method
Chicken Marinade
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces.
- 2
Marinate the Chicken
In a bowl, combine the buttermilk, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Add the chicken pieces, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight for best flavor.
Breading
- 3
Prepare the Breading Station
In three separate bowls, place the flour, beaten eggs, and panko breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- 4
Bread the Chicken
Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing excess to drip off. First, dredge each piece in flour, shaking off the excess. Next, dip in the beaten eggs, and finally coat with the panko breadcrumbs. Make sure each piece is evenly coated.
Cooking
- 5
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot (about 350°F or 175°C).
- 6
Fry the Nuggets
Carefully place the breaded chicken pieces into the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Use a slotted spoon to remove the nuggets and drain on paper towels.
- 7
Serve
Serve the chicken nuggets hot with your choice of dipping sauces.
