Description

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these irresistible homemade chicken nuggets. Perfectly golden and crispy on the outside, each bite reveals juicy, tender chicken that is sure to please both kids and adults alike.

Ingredients

Scale

3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs (beaten)
1 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
Salt and pepper (to taste)
Cooking oil (for frying)

Instructions

Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
Set up a breading station with three bowls: one for seasoned flour, one for beaten eggs, and one for breadcrumbs.
Coat each chicken piece in flour, dip in egg, then roll in breadcrumbs until fully covered.
Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering (about 350°F/175°C).
Fry coated chicken pieces in batches until golden brown on all sides (about 4-5 minutes).
Transfer cooked nuggets to paper towels to drain excess oil.
Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauces.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Frying
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 4 nuggets (120g)
Calories: 370
Sugar: 0g
Sodium: 640mg
Fat: 21g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 29g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 23g
Cholesterol: 65mg

Keywords: For extra crunchiness, double-dip the chicken pieces in egg and breadcrumbs before frying. Feel free to experiment with different seasonings in the flour mixture for added flavor. To make ahead, freeze uncooked nuggets and fry them straight from frozen when ready.