Home Made Crispy Chicken Nuggets
Crispy homemade chicken nuggets made with ground chicken and seasoned to perfection.
25m4Servings
Nutrition
375kcal
27gProtein
32gCarbs
15gFat
Ingredients
Ground Chicken
0.45 kg
Ground Bread
½ cup
Garlic Powder
1 tbsp
Cumin
1½ tsp
Mustard Powder
1½ tsp
Other Spices
any spices you want
1 tbsp
Salt
To taste
to taste
Pepper
1 tsp
Egg
1 whole
Panko Bread Crumbs
1 cup
Vegetable Oil
for frying
¼ cup
Equipment
Thermometer
Instructions
1Prepare the Chicken Mixture
5m
5mCombine Ingredients
In a bowl, combine the ground chicken, ground bread, garlic powder, cumin, mustard powder, any other spices you like, salt, and pepper.
Mix Thoroughly
Mash and mix all the ingredients together until well combined. Use your hands to ensure everything is evenly distributed.
2Shape the Nuggets
5m
5mOil Hands
Lightly oil your hands to prevent sticking.
Form Nuggets
Shape the chicken mixture into nugget shapes. You can also flatten the mixture and cut it into desired shapes.
3Bread the Nuggets
5m
5mPrepare Breading Station
Scramble one egg in a shallow dish. Place panko bread crumbs in another shallow dish.
Dip and Coat
Dip each chicken nugget first into the scrambled egg, ensuring it's fully coated, then press it into the panko bread crumbs, patting gently to adhere.
4Fry the Nuggets
10m
10mHeat Oil
Heat about 1/4 cup of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat to around 300°F (150°C). Monitor the oil temperature carefully.
Fry Nuggets
Using tongs, carefully place the breaded nuggets into the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for a couple of minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
Check Temperature
Ensure the internal temperature of the chicken nuggets reaches at least 165°F (74°C) using a food thermometer.
Drain Nuggets
Remove the cooked nuggets from the oil with tongs and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
Tips
Monitor your oil temperature closely to prevent burning the breading or undercooking the chicken.
A food thermometer is essential for ensuring chicken is safely cooked without overcooking it.
For extra crispy nuggets, ensure they are not overcrowded in the pan during frying.