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Homemade Crispy Chicken Nuggets
These homemade chicken nuggets are perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, a classic comfort food that's ideal for kids and adults alike. Made with ground chicken seasoned with salt, pepper, and cornstarch, then coated in a flavorful double-batter of dry flour mix and a light soda water batter, before being frozen and fried to golden perfection. Serve them as a snack, appetizer, or part of a fun meal.
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#Chicken
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#Kids Friendly
#Homemade
#Comfort Food
Golden Crispy Chicken Nuggets
Recipe Information
30m
Prep Time
15m
Cook Time
45m
Total Time
4
Servings
Medium
American
English
Nutrition (per serving)
450
Calories
35g
Protein
30g
Carbs
28g
Fat
Freshly Formed Nuggets Ready for Freezing
Ingredients
Servings: 4
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Chicken Mixture Preparation
Instructions
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- In a bowl, combine the ground chicken breast, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, a pinch of black pepper, and 1.5 tablespoons of cornstarch. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined and form a uniform paste.5mPreview5mPreviewIn a bowl, combine the ground chicken breast, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, a pinch of black pepper, and 1.5 tablespoons of cornstarch. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined and form a uniform paste.
- Lightly wet your hands to prevent sticking. Take small portions of the chicken mixture and shape them into desired nugget forms. Place the formed nuggets onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.10m
Preview10mPreviewLightly wet your hands to prevent sticking. Take small portions of the chicken mixture and shape them into desired nugget forms. Place the formed nuggets onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. - Transfer the baking sheet with the shaped nuggets to the freezer. Freeze for at least 1 hour, or until the nuggets are firm. This step is crucial for maintaining shape during breading and frying.1hPreview1hPreviewTransfer the baking sheet with the shaped nuggets to the freezer. Freeze for at least 1 hour, or until the nuggets are firm. This step is crucial for maintaining shape during breading and frying.
- While the nuggets are freezing, prepare the dry coating. In a shallow bowl, whisk together the 3/4 cup flour, 1/2 cup cornstarch, 1.5 teaspoons sweet paprika, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt until well combined.3m
Preview3mPreviewWhile the nuggets are freezing, prepare the dry coating. In a shallow bowl, whisk together the 3/4 cup flour, 1/2 cup cornstarch, 1.5 teaspoons sweet paprika, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt until well combined. - Prepare the wet coating. In a separate shallow bowl, pour the 3/4 cup cold soda water. The cold temperature helps create a crispy coating.1mPreview1mPreviewPrepare the wet coating. In a separate shallow bowl, pour the 3/4 cup cold soda water. The cold temperature helps create a crispy coating.
- Once the nuggets are firm, remove them from the freezer. Dredge each frozen nugget first in the dry coating, then dip into the wet coating, and finally back into the dry coating, ensuring it's fully covered.10mPreview10mPreviewOnce the nuggets are firm, remove them from the freezer. Dredge each frozen nugget first in the dry coating, then dip into the wet coating, and finally back into the dry coating, ensuring it's fully covered.
- Heat about 2-3 cups of vegetable oil in a deep pan or pot over medium-low heat until it reaches approximately 170-175°C (340-350°F). Fry the breaded nuggets in batches for 3-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Ensure not to overcrowd the pan.10mPreview10mPreviewHeat about 2-3 cups of vegetable oil in a deep pan or pot over medium-low heat until it reaches approximately 170-175°C (340-350°F). Fry the breaded nuggets in batches for 3-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Ensure not to overcrowd the pan.
- Remove the fried nuggets with a slotted spoon and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauces.2m
Preview2mPreviewRemove the fried nuggets with a slotted spoon and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauces.
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