Fried Chicken Nugget (10) Recipe
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Ingredients
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Ingredients for Fried Chicken Nuggets
Method
Directions for Preparing Fried Chicken Nuggets
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Cut the boneless chicken breasts into bite-sized chunks. Season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Mix well to ensure the chicken is evenly coated with the seasonings.
- 2
Marinate in Buttermilk
In a bowl, add the cut chicken pieces and pour in the buttermilk. Cover and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to an hour.
- 3
Prepare Breading Setup
In one shallow dish, place the all-purpose flour. In another shallow dish, beat the eggs. In a third shallow dish, combine the cornstarch with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- 4
Bread the Chicken
Remove the marinated chicken from the refrigerator. First, coat each piece in flour, shaking off the excess. Then, dip it into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off. Finally, coat it in the cornstarch mixture, ensuring it is well covered.
- 5
- 6
Fry the Nuggets
Carefully add the breaded chicken pieces to the hot oil in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 4-5 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the cooked nuggets to a plate lined with paper towels to drain the excess oil.
- 7
Serve
Serve the fried chicken nuggets hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
