Description
Indulge in these crispy, tender homemade chicken nuggets—perfectly seasoned and ideal for dipping. They’re a hit for both kids and adults, making any meal a celebration!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 eggs (lightly beaten)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Olive oil or cooking spray
Instructions
- Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces for even cooking.
- Set up three bowls: one with seasoned flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs mixed with salt and pepper.
- Coat each chicken piece in flour, dip in egg, and roll in panko breadcrumbs until well-coated.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat or preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Fry nuggets for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown or bake on a parchment-lined sheet for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving with your favorite dipping sauces.
Notes
- For added flavor, incorporate spices like smoked paprika into the flour mixture.
- Swap regular breadcrumbs for additional crunch.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container; reheat at 375°F (190°C) for about 10 minutes to retain crispiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying/Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 nuggets (100g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg