Best 3 April Fools Chicken Nuggets And Fries Recipes

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Craving for some delicious and fun treats this April Fool's Day? Look no further than these playful and delectable April Fool's Chicken Nuggets and Fries. This unique recipe features a delightful twist on the classic chicken nuggets and fries, transforming them into a hilarious prank that will surely bring laughter and joy to your family and friends.

But the fun doesn't stop there! The article also includes two additional recipes that will tickle your taste buds and leave you craving for more. Get ready to indulge in the whimsical Rainbow Spaghetti and Meatballs, a vibrant and colorful dish that will add a pop of color to your table, and the irresistible Chocolate-Covered Bacon, a sweet and savory treat that combines the richness of chocolate with the smoky flavor of bacon. These recipes are not only delicious but also visually stunning, making them perfect for capturing the playful spirit of April Fool's Day.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

APRIL FOOL'S 'CHICKEN NUGGETS' AND 'FRIES'



April Fool's 'Chicken Nuggets' and 'Fries' image

Take your pranks up a notch this year with our April Fool's 'Chicken Nuggets' and 'Fries'. Nuggets made of oats, dates and almond butter are covered in corn flakes and nuts to resemble crispy chicken. Your family will be surprised when they bite into these April Fools 'Chicken Nuggets' and 'Fries'.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup old-fashioned or quick-cooking oats
4 large pitted dates
1/2 cup almond butter
1 cup corn flakes, finely crushed
1/4 cup walnut halves, finely chopped
2 oz. BAKER'S Semi-Sweet Chocolate
2 cups frozen mixed fruit (blackberries, blueberries, raspberries, strawberries)
2 Granny Smith apples, peeled
1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Use pulsing action of food processor to process oats and dates until crumbly; spoon into medium bowl. Add almond butter; mix well.
  • Shape into 24 nuggets, using about 1 Tbsp. oat mixture for each nugget.
  • Combine corn flake crumbs and nuts in pie plate. Add nuggets, 1 at a time; turn to evenly coat both sides of each nugget with crumb mixture. Place in single layer on plate.
  • Refrigerate 30 min.
  • Melt chocolate as directed on package; set aside. Microwave berries in medium microwaveable bowl on HIGH 1 min., stirring after 30 sec.; spoon into food processor container. Process until smooth. Spoon berry purée into bowl. Stir in melted chocolate.
  • Cut apples into 1/4-inch-thick strips to resemble french fries; sprinkle with cinnamon. Serve with the nuggets and berry sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 500, Fat 27 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 55 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 13 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 12 g

APRIL FOOLS' SUSHI: RICE KRISPIES NUGGETS



April Fools' Sushi: Rice Krispies Nuggets image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Looks like: Sushi
  • Make a batch of Rice Krispies Treats; shape into small oval mounds while still warm. Top with a dab of pistachio paste, then cover with whole or minced red and orange gummy candy (such as Chuckles or Sunkist Fruit Slices). Wrap with a strip of green fruit leather, if desired. To make a sushi roll, flatten a warm Rice Krispies Treat mound into a thin rectangle on a piece of fruit leather and arrange gumdrops down the center. Roll into a cylinder and slice into pieces. Serve the sushi with wasabi, ginger, and chocolate syrup as soy sauce. Cut a sour-candy belt to look like a grass garnish.
  • Looks like: Pickled Ginger
  • Soak 2 tablespoons shredded coconut in 1/2 cup water with 1 drop each of yellow and red food coloring.
  • Looks like: Wasabi
  • Pulse 2 tablespoons finely chopped pistachios, 1/4 cup cream cheese and 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar in a food processor.

COPYCAT CHICK-FIL-A CHICKEN NUGGETS



Copycat Chick-Fil-A Chicken Nuggets image

I developed this recipe to copycat Chick-fil-A chicken nuggets. I knew I had a winner the first time I made them because the whole family fought over who got the last one! For a dipping sauce, combine barbecue sauce and Dijon mustard, then stir in honey to add some sweetness. -Jeni Pittard, Statham, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 24m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 tablespoon dill pickle juice
1/2 cup cornstarch
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 large egg white
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
DIPPING SAUCE:
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
3 tablespoons barbecue sauce
2 tablespoons honey
Oil for frying

Steps:

  • In a bowl, add chicken and pickle juice; toss to coat. Marinate at room temperature for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, combine the next 8 ingredients to form a thick batter. Add batter to the chicken mixture and toss to coat. , For dipping sauce, combine mustard, barbecue sauce and honey; set aside. , In a deep skillet or electric skillet, heat 1 inch oil to 375°. Fry chicken pieces, a few at a time, until browned and juices run clear, 1-2 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels. Serve with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 307 calories, Fat 16g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 514mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 24g protein.

Tips:

  • For a crispier coating on the chicken nuggets, use a combination of flour, cornstarch, and bread crumbs in the breading mixture.
  • To make sure the chicken nuggets are cooked through, use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature has reached 165°F (74°C).
  • For a fun and festive presentation, serve the chicken nuggets and fries with dipping sauces in different colors, such as ketchup, mayonnaise, and mustard.
  • To make the fries extra crispy, double-fry them. Fry them once at a lower temperature (300°F or 149°C) until they are cooked through, then fry them again at a higher temperature (375°F or 191°C) until they are golden brown and crispy.
  • For a healthier version of the fries, use sweet potato fries or carrot fries instead of regular potato fries.

Conclusion:

This recipe for April Fools' Chicken Nuggets and Fries is a fun and delicious way to celebrate the holiday. The chicken nuggets are crispy and flavorful, and the fries are perfectly golden brown and crispy. With a variety of dipping sauces to choose from, this dish is sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike. So gather your ingredients and get ready to make some delicious memories this April Fools' Day!

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