Chicken Nuggets Recipe
Includes your choice of fries or fruit. Served with ranch or BBQ sauce.
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Ingredients
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Nuggets
Sides
Dipping Sauces
Method
Preparation of Nuggets
Prepare Chicken
Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces.
Set Up Breading Stations
In three separate bowls, place flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Bread the Chicken
Dip each piece of chicken into the flour, then the egg, and finally coat with breadcrumbs.
Heat Oil
In a deep frying pan, heat vegetable oil over medium heat until hot.
Fry Nuggets
Carefully place breaded chicken pieces in hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes. Be sure to cook in batches if necessary.
Drain and Cool
Remove nuggets from oil and let them drain on paper towels.
Preparation of Sides
Cook Fries
Prepare frozen fries according to package instructions, either in the oven or deep fryer.
Serving
Plate the Meal
Serve chicken nuggets with fries or fruit on the side, and offer ranch and BBQ sauce for dipping.