Homemade Chicken Nuggets

Homemade Chicken Nuggets

Crispy golden nuggets made from tender chicken breast, perfect for a quick family meal or appetizer.

⏱ 25 minServes 4American

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • 2 cups vegetable oil for frying

Directions

  1. 1Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized nugget pieces, approximately 2 inches each.
  2. 2Set up three shallow bowls with flour in the first, beaten eggs in the second, and breadcrumbs mixed with salt, pepper, and garlic powder in the third.
  3. 3Coat each nugget in flour, shaking off excess, then dip in egg, and finally roll in seasoned breadcrumbs.
  4. 4Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  5. 5Fry nuggets in batches for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  6. 6Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  7. 7Serve hot with your choice of dipping sauce.

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