Baked Crispy Chicken Nuggets
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
15 min
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6
Crispy and delicious homemade chicken nuggets perfect for a family meal or snack.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 3 large eggs
- 1 ½ cup breadcrumbs
- ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ⅓ cup milk
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Step 1: Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces, about 1 inch each.
- Step 2: In a shallow dish, mix together the flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Step 3: In another shallow dish, beat the eggs and milk together until well combined.
- Step 4: In a third shallow dish, mix the breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese.
- Step 5: Dredge each piece of chicken in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
- Step 6: Dip the floured chicken pieces into the egg mixture, ensuring they are fully coated.
- Step 7: Press the chicken pieces into the breadcrumb mixture, making sure each piece is fully covered.
- Step 8: Heat about 1/2 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Step 9: Fry the chicken nuggets in batches, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Step 10: Remove the nuggets and drain on a paper towel-lined plate before serving.
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