Homemade Chicken Nuggets
Chicken nuggets are a beloved comfort food, and this homemade recipe delivers a crispy, golden exterior and juicy chicken inside. Perfect for family dinners or game nights, these nuggets are easy to make and satisfy even the pickiest eaters. With a flavorful breading that can be customized to your liking, you’ll never want to reach for store-bought nuggets again!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ cup vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
- Set up three bowls: one with flour mixed with salt and pepper, another with whisked eggs, and the last with breadcrumbs combined with garlic and onion powders.
- Dredge each chicken piece in flour, dip in egg wash, then coat with breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Fry the nuggets in batches for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Drain on paper towels or a wire rack before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, try adding grated Parmesan cheese to the breadcrumb mixture. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days and reheat in the oven.