**Crispy, tender, and juicy chicken nuggets are a delightful treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a fun snack to serve at a party, these bite-sized pieces of chicken are sure to be a hit. With a variety of recipes to choose from, ranging from classic to unique and flavorful, you'll find the perfect chicken nugget recipe to satisfy your cravings. From the traditional breaded and fried nuggets to healthier baked or air-fried versions, and even a vegetarian alternative made with tofu, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with these delectable chicken nugget recipes that offer a perfect balance of crispy exteriors and tender, juicy interiors.**
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
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
ACCIDENTALLY THE BEST BAKED CHICKEN NUGGETS EVER
Accidentally discovered this while playing around with Chinese restaurant classics. My nugget-expert daughter loved them. I use the marinade from http://www.recipezaar.com/Sweet-and-Sour-Pork-43587 (minus the extra salt) and the flouring and baking technique from http://www.recipezaar.com/Baked-Lemon-Chicken-With-Chinese-Lemon-Sauce-194890. The chicken works great with either sauce but my picky kid just loved the chicken by itself. Infact she liked it so much I had to post the recipe. All measurements are approximate; vary the spices based upon your own taste.
Provided by Jes32
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Pre-heat over to 450°F.
- Marinade chicken for a minimum of 10 minutes in egg, corn starch, soy sauce and water.
- Measure flour, chile powder and pepper into bowl or plastic bag.
- Put one piece of chicken at a time (draining off as much of the marinade as possible first) into the flour, coat chicken.
- Place on cookie sheet sprayed with cooking spray first.
- After all the chicken is on cookie sheet (make sure they don't touch), spray chicken generously with cooking spray.
- Cook 20 minutes at 450°F.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 195.8, Fat 3.3, SaturatedFat 0.9, Cholesterol 118.7, Sodium 222.6, Carbohydrate 10.2, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.2, Protein 29.3
BEST AND EASIEST CHICKEN NUGGETS
Simple, super easy, quick, delicious, and pretty healthy, too!
Provided by Samantha
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 31m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Cover a baking sheet with aluminum foil; place a wire cooling rack on top and spray with cooking spray.
- Put chicken into a gallon-size resealable plastic bag. Add ranch dressing; seal and shake bag to coat chicken evenly.
- Mix panko, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and parsley together in a bowl; pour into bag with chicken. Seal and shake bag to coat thoroughly. Remove from bag; place on rack in a single layer.
- Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 15 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Turn broiler on high; broil until crispy, about 1 minute.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 274.4 calories, Carbohydrate 14.3 g, Cholesterol 64.2 mg, Fat 14.3 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 478.3 mg, Sugar 0.9 g
Tips:
- Use a good quality chicken. Opt for organic or free-range chicken whenever possible. This will ensure that your nuggets are tender and flavorful.
- Cut the chicken into small pieces. This will help them cook evenly.
- Use a breading that is crispy and flavorful. There are many different breading recipes to choose from, so experiment until you find one that you like.
- Fry the chicken nuggets in hot oil. This will help them cook quickly and evenly.
- Serve the chicken nuggets with your favorite dipping sauce. Some popular options include ketchup, honey mustard, and ranch dressing.
Conclusion:
Chicken nuggets are a delicious and versatile snack or meal. They can be served with a variety of dipping sauces and sides. With so many different recipes to choose from, there's sure to be a chicken nugget recipe that everyone will enjoy.
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