Best 4 Crispy Chicken Nuggets Recipes

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Crispy chicken nuggets are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Made from tender, juicy chicken coated in a crispy breading, they are perfect for a quick and easy meal or a fun party appetizer. Whether you prefer them baked, fried, or air-fried, there's a recipe out there to satisfy your taste buds. In this article, we'll explore some of the best crispy chicken nugget recipes to help you create the perfect crispy chicken nugget that will leave you craving for more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CRISPY CHICKEN NUGGETS



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This is easy and a quick kids meal.

Provided by Bryon Dean Thomas

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes     Pan-Fried

Time 30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 egg
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 ½ cups crispy rice cereal (such as Rice Krispies®), crushed
1 ¼ pounds skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into 20 pieces
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
½ cup apricot preserves
2 tablespoons water

Steps:

  • Beat egg, salt, and pepper together in a bowl. Pour crushed cereal into a separate bowl. Coat chicken pieces in egg mixture. Press chicken pieces into cereal until coated.
  • Heat oil and butter together in skillet over medium heat; cook and stir chicken until coating is golden brown and meat is no longer pink in the center, about 7 minutes.
  • Whisk preserves and water together in a saucepan over medium-low until heated through and smooth, 2 to 3 minutes. Serve apricot sauce with chicken nuggets.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 213.2 calories, Carbohydrate 16.6 g, Cholesterol 59.3 mg, Fat 10.3 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 13.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 128.8 mg, Sugar 7.5 g

CRISPY CHICKEN NUGGETS



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"With a crisp golden coating, these moist and tender bite-size pieces of chicken are greeted with enthusiasm whenever I serve them as a hearty snack or party appetizer," says Cathryn White of Newark, Delaware.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup dry bread crumbs
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons dried basil
2 teaspoons dried thyme
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
3/4 cup butter, melted
2-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes

Steps:

  • In a shallow bowl, combine the bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese and seasonings. Place butter in another shallow bowl. Dip chicken in butter, then roll in bread crumb mixture. , Place in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 15-20 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 383 calories, Fat 23g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 128mg cholesterol, Sodium 747mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 33g protein.

CRISPY LOW CARB FRIED CHICKEN NUGGETS



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*Another great one from sugarfreesheila.com* Approximately 4 total carbs for entire recipe Induction-friendly!

Provided by MissJoy

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 1/2 lbs chicken cutlets, cut into chunks
1 cup Egg Beaters egg substitute
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, tossed into
1 ziploc bag

Steps:

  • Dip cutlets in Eggbeaters in medium-sized mixing bowl, then transfer to Parmesan cheese in Ziplock bag.
  • Really mix that cheese thoroughly, in every nook &cranny. **Remember: the more Parmesan you get onthe chicken, the crispier your nuggets are going to be!
  • Fill pan halfway with oil, & keep heat at medium-High.
  • Dip cutlets slowly into pan (I use a deep sauteer as a makeshift!) & carefully flip once undersides are a light golden brown.
  • Chicken is done once golden brown & stark-white on the inside and looks almost "string-cheesy" when cut open.
  • Enjoy. It looks & tastes just like restaurant-fried chicken!

BAKED CRISPY RANCH CORNFLAKE CHICKEN NUGGETS RECIPE - (4.3/5)



Baked Crispy Ranch Cornflake Chicken Nuggets Recipe - (4.3/5) image

Provided by mytastytreasures

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup crushed cornflakes
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 cup prepared Ranch salad dressing
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-
inch cubes
Additional Ranch dressing, or dipping sauce of your choice

Steps:

  • 1.In a shallow bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Place dressing in another bowl. Toss chicken cubes in dressing, then roll in the cornflake mixture. Place in a greased 11-in. x 7-in. x 2-in. baking pan. I used Pam spray. 2.Bake, uncovered, at 400 degrees for 12-15 minutes or until juices run clear. Serve with additional dressing, or your favorite dipping sauce.

Tips:

  • Choose the right chicken. Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs are best for chicken nuggets.
  • Cut the chicken into small pieces. The size of the chicken pieces will determine the size of the chicken nuggets.
  • Season the chicken. You can use a variety of seasonings, such as salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika.
  • Dip the chicken in egg wash. This will help the breading to adhere to the chicken.
  • Coat the chicken in bread crumbs. You can use a variety of bread crumbs, such as panko bread crumbs, seasoned bread crumbs, or cracker crumbs.
  • Fry the chicken nuggets. You can fry the chicken nuggets in a pan with oil or in a deep fryer.
  • Serve the chicken nuggets with your favorite dipping sauce. Some popular dipping sauces include ketchup, honey mustard, or barbecue sauce.

Conclusion:

Crispy chicken nuggets are a delicious and versatile snack or meal. They can be served with a variety of dipping sauces and sides. With a few simple tips, you can make crispy chicken nuggets at home that are just as good as the ones you get from a restaurant. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give crispy chicken nuggets a try!

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