Homemade Chicken Nuggets
Chicken nuggets are a beloved comfort food, known for their crispy exterior and tender chicken inside. This easy homemade chicken nugget recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, offering a delightful crunch and mouthwatering flavor that will please both kids and adults alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1.5 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
- Set up a breading station with one bowl of seasoned flour (flour mixed with salt, pepper, and garlic powder), one bowl with beaten eggs, and another with panko breadcrumbs.
- Dredge each chicken piece in flour, then dip in the egg wash, and finally coat thoroughly in breadcrumbs.
- Heat enough vegetable oil in a skillet to cover the bottom (about ½ inch deep) over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Fry the nuggets in batches for 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Transfer cooked nuggets to paper towels to drain excess oil before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 nuggets (120g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg