Chicken Nuggets Recipe
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Ingredients
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For the Chicken Nuggets
For the Dipping Sauce
Method
Preparing the Chicken Nuggets
- 1
Cut the Chicken
Begin by cutting the boneless chicken breast into bite-sized pieces, about 1 inch in size.
- 2
Prepare the Coating
In three separate shallow bowls, set up a breading station: In the first bowl, add flour and season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. 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, dip it into the beaten eggs, and finally coat it in the breadcrumbs. Make sure each piece is well coated.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet or deep frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (180°C).
- 5
Fry the Nuggets
Carefully add the breaded chicken pieces to the hot oil in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 4-5 minutes until golden brown and cooked through, turning halfway through.
- 6
Drain and Serve
Once cooked, use a slotted spoon to transfer the nuggets to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve hot.
Making the Dipping Sauce
- 7
Mix the Ingredients
In a small bowl, combine ketchup, mayonnaise, honey, and mustard. Stir well until all ingredients are fully integrated.
- 8
Serve
Serve the dipping sauce alongside the chicken nuggets for a delicious complement.