Jul 14 2026
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Chicken Nuggets Recipe

Inspired by Preserve
Time30m
Serves4

Crispy chicken nuggets with a side of dipping sauce.

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Ingredients

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Chicken Nuggets

Dipping Sauce

Method

Chicken Nuggets

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chicken

    Cut the boneless chicken breast into bite-sized pieces, approximately 1-inch cubes.

  2. 2

    Set Up Breading Station

    In three separate bowls, place the flour mixed with salt and pepper in the first bowl, beaten eggs in the second bowl, and breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder and paprika in the third bowl.

  3. 3

    Bread the Chicken

    Dip each piece of chicken into the flour mixture, coating it evenly, then into the beaten eggs, and finally into the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.

  4. 4

    Heat the Oil

    In a large skillet or frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot, carefully testing by dropping a breadcrumb in the oil; it should sizzle.

  5. 5

    Fry the Nuggets

    Fry the breaded chicken nuggets in batches, avoiding overcrowding the pan. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through.

  6. 6

    Drain and Serve

    Once cooked, remove the nuggets from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve hot.

Dipping Sauce

  1. 7

    Mix the Sauce

    In a bowl, combine the mayonnaise, ketchup, honey, and mustard. Stir well until all ingredients are fully blended.

  2. 8

    Serve

    Serve the dipping sauce alongside the hot chicken nuggets.

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