Nacho Nuggets Recipe
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Ingredients
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For the Nacho Nuggets
For the Dipping Sauce
Method
For the Nacho Nuggets
- 1
Prepare the Chicken Mixture
In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced chicken breast, crushed tortilla chips, cheddar cheese, softened cream cheese, chopped green onions, diced jalapeños, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- 2
Form the Nuggets
Using your hands, take a small amount of the mixture and form it into nugget-shaped pieces. Repeat until all the mixture is used.
- 3
Coat the Nuggets
Set up a breading station with flour in one shallow dish and the beaten egg in another. Dip each nugget first into the flour, then into the egg, allowing any excess to drip off.
- 4
Fry the Nuggets
In a deep skillet or frying pan, heat oil over medium heat. Once hot, carefully add the nuggets in batches, frying until golden brown and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
For the Dipping Sauce
- 5
Mix the Dipping Sauce
In a small bowl, combine the sour cream, salsa, lime juice, and chopped cilantro. Stir until well mixed. Adjust seasoning as needed.