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Ingredients
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Chicken Nuggets
Fries
Method
Chicken Nuggets
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Cut the boneless chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces, about 1-inch cubes.
- 2
Set Up Breading Stations
In three shallow bowls, set up your breading stations. Place flour in the first bowl, beaten eggs in the second bowl, and bread crumbs mixed with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika in the third bowl.
- 3
Bread the Chicken
Take each piece of chicken, coat it in flour, dip it in the beaten eggs, and finally coat it with the seasoned bread crumbs. Place the breaded chicken nuggets on a plate.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large frying pan, heat the cooking oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Fry the Nuggets
Once the oil is hot, carefully add the breaded chicken nuggets in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
Fries
- 6
Prepare the Potatoes
Peel the potatoes and cut them into thin strips, about 1/4 inch wide.
- 7
- 8
Heat the Oil for Frying
In a separate large frying pan or deep fryer, heat the cooking oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 9
Fry the Potatoes
Drain and pat dry the soaked potatoes with paper towels. Carefully add the fries to the hot oil in batches, frying for about 4-6 minutes or until golden and crispy. Remove and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- 10
Season the Fries
Sprinkle the hot fries with salt while they are still warm, and toss to coat evenly.