Nothing compares to homemade chicken nuggets. These chicken nuggets are lightly seasoned, breaded, and fried until golden brown.
Chicken nuggets are something that both adults and children enjoy. They are the ideal fried food because they are crunchy, meaty, and juicy.
These homemade chicken nuggets have a crispy, golden crust encasing a juicy, flavourful chicken that goes great with any dipping sauce.
Each bite is perfect. These chicken nuggets are far superior to McDonald’s chicken McNuggets because they are made with 100% real chicken and are free of any additives or preservatives.
My kids are massive fans of chicken nuggets, so I thought I would recreate this recipe as it is the perfect after-school snack as well as great for dinner.
I like to use Panko breadcrumbs to get that crispy crunch. These are a type of Japanese breadcrumbs that are lighter and crispier than normal breadcrumbs.
The seasoning used in this recipe is simple because it uses basic pantry ingredients that most people already have on hand.
These seasonings are easily adjustable. If you like it spicy, add some chilli powder. If necessary, season with additional salt.
What I always do is prepare the nuggets in large batches and then freeze the rest. This makes it easier as I can easily whip up a batch as needed.
Although this recipe states that the chicken nuggets are fried, they can also be fried if you want to make them healthier.
If you do decide to bake them then be sure to toast the breadcrumbs before adding them to the nuggets. This will ensure that you still get that crispy exterior.
Line the chicken nuggets onto a wire rack then spray with a non-stick cooking spray or some oil. Then, bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) gas mark 6 for about 15-20 minutes until cooked through.
Using a wire rack helps to ensure even cooking. If you don’t have one, then simply use a baking tray. However, if you do this then be sure to flip the chicken nuggets halfway through to ensure that both sides cook.
These chicken McNuggets are ideal as afterschool snacks for the kids, weeknight dinners, or even as finger foods for parties.
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