Chicken Nuggets
Crispy homemade chicken nuggets with a golden crunchy coating and tender, juicy chicken inside, easy to make and perfect for dipping, snacking, or serving as a family-friendly meal.
Ingredients
- Chicken breast (1 pound, cut into bite-sized pieces)
- All-purpose flour (1 cup)
- Eggs (2 large, beaten)
- Breadcrumbs (1 1/2 cups)
- Garlic powder (1 teaspoon)
- Paprika (1 teaspoon)
- Salt (1 teaspoon)
- Black pepper (1/2 teaspoon)
- Vegetable oil (3 tablespoons)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F or heat a skillet over medium heat.
- In a bowl, mix the flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Place beaten eggs in a second bowl and breadcrumbs in a third bowl.
- Dip each piece of chicken into the seasoned flour, then into the eggs, then coat fully with breadcrumbs.
- Arrange the coated chicken on a lined baking sheet or place carefully into the lightly oiled skillet.
- Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, flipping halfway, or pan-cook until golden and fully cooked through.
- Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra crunch, use panko breadcrumbs.
- Do not overcrowd the pan to keep nuggets crispy.
- Serve immediately for best texture.
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