Jul 14 2026
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Chicken Nuggets Recipe

Inspired by Riviera Maya
Time45m
Serves4

Served with French fries.

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Ingredients

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Chicken Nuggets

French Fries

Method

Chicken Nuggets

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chicken

    Cut the boneless chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and place them in a bowl.

  2. 2

    Set Up Breading Station

    In three separate bowls, set up your breading station: one with all-purpose flour mixed with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder, one with beaten eggs mixed with milk, and the last with breadcrumbs.

  3. 3

    Bread the Chicken

    Take each piece of chicken, coat it in the flour mixture, dip it into the egg mixture, and then roll it in the breadcrumbs until fully coated.

  4. 4

    Heat the Oil

    In a deep frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

  5. 5

    Fry the Nuggets

    Carefully place the breaded chicken pieces in the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for about 4-5 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.

  6. 6

    Drain and Serve

    Remove the nuggets from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve warm.

French Fries

  1. 7

    Prep the Potatoes

    Peel the potatoes and cut them into even strips to ensure uniform cooking.

  2. 8

    Soak the Potatoes

    Soak the cut potatoes in cold water for at least 30 minutes to remove excess starch.

  3. 9

    Dry the Potatoes

    Drain the soaked potatoes and pat them dry with a clean towel.

  4. 10

    Heat Oil for Frying

    In a deep frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot.

  5. 11

    Fry the Potatoes

    Fry the potatoes in batches for about 5-7 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy.

  6. 12

    Season and Serve

    Remove the fries from the oil, drain on paper towels, sprinkle with salt, and serve hot alongside the chicken nuggets.

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