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Easy Homemade Chicken Nuggets Recipe


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  • Author: Jennifer
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x

Description

Homemade chicken nuggets are the ultimate comfort food, boasting a crispy exterior and juicy chicken inside. Perfect for dipping, they will elevate any family meal!


Ingredients

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  • 34 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Cooking oil for frying

Instructions

  1. Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces for even cooking.
  2. Set up a breading station with one bowl of seasoned flour, another with beaten eggs, and a third with breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder.
  3. Dredge each chicken piece in flour, dip in egg wash, and coat with breadcrumbs.
  4. Heat oil in a skillet until shimmering (about 350°F).
  5. Fry nuggets in batches until golden brown (3–4 minutes per side). Drain on paper towels.
  6. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauces.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg