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Healthy Homemade Chicken Nuggets
This recipe guides you through making safe, healthy, and delicious homemade chicken nuggets. Perfect for a family meal or a snack, these nuggets are simple to prepare and a healthier alternative to store-bought versions. Enjoy crispy, golden chicken nuggets made from scratch!
#Chicken
#Nuggets
#Homemade
#Fried
#Kid-friendly
#Snack
#Main course
#American cuisine
#Easy recipe
#Healthy alternative
Crispy Golden Chicken Nuggets
Recipe Information
30m
Prep Time
15m
Cook Time
45m
Total Time
4
Servings
Easy
American
English
Nutrition (per serving)
350
Calories
30g
Protein
25g
Carbs
15g
Fat
Perfectly Breaded Nuggets
Ingredients
Servings: 4
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Ready to Serve Nuggets
Instructions
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- Cut the chicken breast into small pieces or grind it finely in a food processor until it forms a mince. Ensure the chicken is very cold for easier handling.5m
Preview5mPreviewCut the chicken breast into small pieces or grind it finely in a food processor until it forms a mince. Ensure the chicken is very cold for easier handling. - In a mixing bowl, combine the minced chicken with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Mix thoroughly until all seasonings are evenly distributed.2m
Preview2mPreviewIn a mixing bowl, combine the minced chicken with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Mix thoroughly until all seasonings are evenly distributed. - Take small portions of the seasoned chicken mixture and gently shape them into desired nugget forms. You can make them round, oval, or classic nugget shapes.10m
Preview10mPreviewTake small portions of the seasoned chicken mixture and gently shape them into desired nugget forms. You can make them round, oval, or classic nugget shapes. - Prepare three shallow dishes for dredging: one with all-purpose flour, one with the beaten egg, and one with breadcrumbs.2m
Preview2mPreviewPrepare three shallow dishes for dredging: one with all-purpose flour, one with the beaten egg, and one with breadcrumbs. - Dredge each shaped chicken nugget: first coat completely in flour, shaking off any excess. Then dip into the beaten egg, letting excess drip off. Finally, thoroughly coat with breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.10m
Preview10mPreviewDredge each shaped chicken nugget: first coat completely in flour, shaking off any excess. Then dip into the beaten egg, letting excess drip off. Finally, thoroughly coat with breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere. - Heat vegetable oil in a large pan over medium-high heat to approximately 350°F (175°C). Carefully fry the breaded nuggets in batches for 3-5 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. Alternatively, bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway.15m
Preview15mPreviewHeat vegetable oil in a large pan over medium-high heat to approximately 350°F (175°C). Carefully fry the breaded nuggets in batches for 3-5 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. Alternatively, bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway. - Remove the cooked nuggets from the oil and place them on a wire rack lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauces.2mPreview2mPreviewRemove the cooked nuggets from the oil and place them on a wire rack lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauces.
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