Chicken nuggets are a timeless classic, a delectable treat loved by people of all ages. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a culinary novice, preparing these bite-sized treasures can be a delightful experience. With countless variations and cooking methods available, the possibilities for creating mouthwatering chicken nuggets are endless. In this comprehensive guide, we'll embark on a culinary adventure, exploring the art of making perfect chicken nuggets. From selecting the freshest ingredients to mastering different cooking techniques, we'll provide you with all the knowledge and tips you need to achieve crispy, juicy, and flavorful chicken nuggets that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
THE BEST EVER CHICKEN NUGGETS
This recipe has been in our family for years. The only problem with it is that there's never enough. It's great for parties, too.
Provided by Nichole
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Fried Chicken Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat 1 inch oil to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) in a large skillet or saucepan.
- Stir together the flour, garlic salt, and pepper in a bowl. Dip the chicken pieces individually into the beaten eggs before pressing into the flour mixture to coat; shake off the excess flour. Place the coated chicken pieces onto a plate until all the chicken has been coated.
- Cook the chicken in batches in the hot oil until golden brown and no longer pink in the center.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 514.9 calories, Carbohydrate 51.2 g, Cholesterol 162.2 mg, Fat 17.8 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 35.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 4174.7 mg, Sugar 0.4 g
CHICKEN NUGGETS
I like to make these golden chicken nuggets because they're so quick and easy. My whole family loves them. You can also use the seasoning to cook chicken breast halves. Stack them on rustic bread with mayo, lettuce and tomato for delicious sandwiches. -Annette Ellyson, Carolina, West Virginia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large shallow dish, combine the first 6 ingredients. Flatten chicken to 1/2-in. thickness, then cut into 1-1/2-in. pieces. Add chicken, a few pieces at a time, to dish and turn to coat., In a large skillet, cook chicken in oil in batches until meat is no longer pink, 6-8 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 212 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 435mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SPICY CHICKEN NUGGETS
We devour these spicy chicken nuggets at least once a week. If you want to tone down the heat, skip the chipotle pepper. -Cheryl Cook, Palmyra, Virginia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°. In a shallow bowl, mix bread crumbs, cheese and, if desired, chipotle pepper. Place butter in a separate shallow bowl. Dip chicken pieces in butter, then in crumb mixture, patting to help coating adhere., Place chicken on a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan; sprinkle with remaining crumb mixture. Bake 20-25 minutes or until no longer pink.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 371 calories, Fat 22g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 113mg cholesterol, Sodium 527mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 29g protein.
HOMEMADE CHICKEN NUGGETS
Provided by Melissa d'Arabian : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place the flour in a resealable plastic bag and season with the garlic, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Place the chicken pieces in the bag with the flour and toss to coat (work in batches). Transfer the breadcrumbs to a rimmed plate, season with salt and pepper and set aside.
- Whisk the egg and 1 tablespoon water in a medium bowl. Remove a piece of chicken from the flour, dip in the egg mixture, then the breadcrumbs, gently pressing the crumbs into the chicken, and set on a clean plate. Repeat with the remaining pieces of chicken.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces to the pan (work in batches if needed) and brown on each side, about 8 minutes total. Use a spatula to transfer the chicken nuggets to a paper-towel-lined plate. Salt while hot and serve.
BAKED CHICKEN NUGGETS
A real kid-pleaser! Adults will enjoy this recipe for a tasty appetizer, too! Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauces if desired.
Provided by Teresa C. Rouzer
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Baked and Roasted Oven Fried
Time 40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Cut chicken breasts into 1 1/2-inch sized pieces. In a medium bowl, mix together the bread crumbs, cheese, salt, thyme and basil. Mix well. Put melted butter in a bowl or dish for dipping.
- Dip chicken pieces into the melted butter first, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture. Place the well-coated chicken pieces on a lightly greased cookie sheet in a single layer, and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 308.4 calories, Carbohydrate 14.6 g, Cholesterol 81 mg, Fat 19.1 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 19.3 g, SaturatedFat 11.4 g, Sodium 989 mg, Sugar 1.2 g
THE BEST CRISPY BAKED CHICKEN NUGGETS
These are the BEST crispy baked chicken nuggets you'll ever make! This delicious, healthy chicken nuggets recipe takes just about 30 minutes from start to finish and uses super simple ingredients like panko breadcrumbs, chicken breast and spices. Serve with honey mustard, ketchup or your favorite BBQ sauce. Kid-friendly and adult approved!
Provided by Monique of AmbitiousKitchen.com
Categories Dairy Free Dinner Low Carb Nut Free
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- Add panko breadcrumbs to a large baking sheet and spread out in an even layer. Spray breadcrumbs with nonstick olive oil cooking spray. Bake for 2 minutes, then stir breadcrumbs (or just give the pan a shake) and then bake for 2-3 minutes or until breadcrumbs are golden brown. Keep heat in the oven.
- Transfer breadcrumbs to a medium bowl. Whisk in spices: salt, black pepper, onion powder, paprika, garlic powder and cayenne pepper. Set aside.
- In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the eggs and almond milk. Set aside.
- Line the large baking sheet with an oven safe wire metal rack. Spray with nonstick cooking spray.
- Dip each chicken cube into the egg mixture, then use a tong to grab each chicken nugget and toss into the breadcrumb mixture to completely coat with breadcrumbs. Use tongs to transfer to the wire rack, placing about 1 inch apart.
- Generously spray the tops of the chicken nuggets with nonstick spray. Bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes until cooked through and temp reaches 165 degrees F with a meat thermometer. Serves 4. Serve with BBQ sauce, honey mustard, ketchup or whatever sauce you'd like!
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving (based on 4), Calories 227 kcal, Fat 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sugar 1.6 g, Carbohydrate 19 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 29.2 g
CHICKEN NUGGETS
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 25m
Yield 2 to 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a plastic bag, mix the flour, seasoned salt and some salt and pepper. In a bowl, mix the eggs with 2 tablespoons water. In a separate bowl, add the breadcrumbs.
- Shake the chicken pieces in the bag to coat. In batches, dip them in the egg wash, then in the breadcrumbs.
- Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until a few breadcrumbs dropped in the oil start to sizzle immediately. Fry the chicken, in batches if needed, until golden brown and cooked through, a couple minutes per side. Drain on a paper towel and serve with ketchup.
SIMPLE CHICKEN NUGGETS
This is a great recipe for kids it's a healthier and tastier than supermarket also a lot of fun to make.
Provided by hgw139
Time 30m
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Place flour on a large plate (fill the plate doesn't matter to much) do the same with the polenta.
- Beat the eggs and place in a bowl. Season the flour with salt and pepper.
- Cut the chicken into pieces of your choice (keep hole if want will effect cooking time).
- Preheat the oven 50C/gas 3.
- First roll the chicken in the flour (knock any access of) then the egg, then finally in the polenta. Repeat for all.
- Put a griddle pan on a high heat with the butter and oil.
- Fry each piece till golden brown then put in the oven to keep warm while cooking rest of the chicken.
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: This will make a big difference in the taste of your chicken nuggets. Look for chicken that is free of antibiotics and hormones, and use fresh eggs, milk, and bread crumbs.
- Marinate the chicken: Marinating the chicken before cooking helps to tenderize it and add flavor. You can use a variety of marinades, such as buttermilk, yogurt, or olive oil. Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
- Use a light touch when breading the chicken: Don't over-handle the chicken, or it will become tough. Gently press the chicken into the bread crumbs, making sure to coat it evenly.
- Cook the chicken nuggets at a high temperature: This will help to ensure that they are crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. Fry the chicken nuggets in hot oil, or bake them at a high temperature.
- Serve the chicken nuggets with your favorite dipping sauce: Chicken nuggets are delicious served with a variety of dipping sauces, such as ketchup, mustard, barbecue sauce, or ranch dressing.
Conclusion:
Chicken nuggets are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal, or for a party or potluck. With a little bit of planning and effort, you can make chicken nuggets that are just as good as, if not better than, the ones you get at your favorite fast food restaurant.
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