Best 6 Herbed Chicken Nuggets Recipes

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**Crispy Herbed Chicken Nuggets: A Delightful Culinary Experience**

Savor the tantalizing crunch of golden-brown chicken nuggets, infused with an aromatic symphony of herbs and seasonings. This delectable dish promises a delightful culinary adventure that will tantalize your taste buds. Buttermilk adds a tender touch to the chicken, while a flavorful coating of panko breadcrumbs ensures a satisfying crunch in every bite. Elevate your nuggets with a zesty dipping sauce, such as honey mustard or tangy barbecue sauce, for a truly unforgettable taste sensation. This recipe offers variations for both oven-baked and air-fried nuggets, catering to your cooking preferences. Additionally, a gluten-free alternative is available, allowing everyone to indulge in this crispy and flavorful treat. Let's embark on a culinary journey and discover the secrets behind these irresistible herbed chicken nuggets.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

HERB CRUSTED CHICKEN NUGGETS



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Kids will love these! So easy, yet so delicious. We used a deep fryer, and made our own Texas Pete pickle juice by combining some good ol' Pete with Mt. Olive Pickles.

Provided by Stephanie Heitmeier

Categories     Chicken

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 chicken breast
1 tsp granulated garlic for marinade
1/2 c mt olive texas pete pickle juice
1 c flour
1 1/2 c bread crumbs
1 Tbsp dried parsley
1 tsp granulated garlic for bread crumbs
1 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp salt
1 Tbsp dried dill
1 egg
6 Tbsp water
32 oz canola oil

Steps:

  • 1. Cut your chicken breast into one inch pieces. Marinate chicken pieces in 1/2 cup pickle juice and 1 tsp of granulated garlic for at least two hours.
  • 2. Set up your dredging station. Bowl #1 Flour (can season with salt and pepper) Bowl #2 One egg mixed with 6 Tbs of water Bowl #3 Breadcrumbs, salt, pepper, granulate garlic, parsley and dill
  • 3. Preheat Deep non stick pan to 375 degrees ( I use my electric skillet but any large skillet will do). Drain chicken in a colander. Dip in flour, then egg wash then breadcrumbs. Set aside and repeat with remaining chicken pieces
  • 4. When oil is heated fry chicken for about 3-4 minutes per side till golden brown. I did this in two batches. Place first batch on paper towel to drain excess oil. Let chicken sit for about 5 minutes before serving....this helps to set the crust.

THE BEST CRISPY BAKED CHICKEN NUGGETS



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These are the BEST crispy baked chicken nuggets you'll ever make! This delicious, healthy chicken nuggets recipe takes just about 30 minutes from start to finish and uses super simple ingredients like panko breadcrumbs, chicken breast and spices. Serve with honey mustard, ketchup or your favorite BBQ sauce. Kid-friendly and adult approved!

Provided by Monique of AmbitiousKitchen.com

Categories     Dairy Free     Dinner     Low Carb     Nut Free

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 ½ cups panko breadcrumbs
Nonstick olive oil cooking spray
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper*
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons almond milk (or milk of choice)
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into into 1 inch cubes

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Add panko breadcrumbs to a large baking sheet and spread out in an even layer. Spray breadcrumbs with nonstick olive oil cooking spray. Bake for 2 minutes, then stir breadcrumbs (or just give the pan a shake) and then bake for 2-3 minutes or until breadcrumbs are golden brown. Keep heat in the oven.
  • Transfer breadcrumbs to a medium bowl. Whisk in spices: salt, black pepper, onion powder, paprika, garlic powder and cayenne pepper. Set aside.
  • In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the eggs and almond milk. Set aside.
  • Line the large baking sheet with an oven safe wire metal rack. Spray with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Dip each chicken cube into the egg mixture, then use a tong to grab each chicken nugget and toss into the breadcrumb mixture to completely coat with breadcrumbs. Use tongs to transfer to the wire rack, placing about 1 inch apart.
  • Generously spray the tops of the chicken nuggets with nonstick spray. Bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes until cooked through and temp reaches 165 degrees F with a meat thermometer. Serves 4. Serve with BBQ sauce, honey mustard, ketchup or whatever sauce you'd like!

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving (based on 4), Calories 227 kcal, Fat 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sugar 1.6 g, Carbohydrate 19 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 29.2 g

CHICKEN NUGGETS WITH HERB BREADING



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Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     dinner, main course

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 whole skinless, boneless chicken breasts, about 3/4 pound each
1 large egg
2 tablespoons water
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
2 cups fine fresh bread crumbs
6 fresh sage leaves, finely chopped, or 2 teaspoons dried
4 sprigs fresh thyme, finely chopped, or 2 teaspoons dried
1 teaspoon cumin
1 cup corn or vegetable oil for frying
Tomato and horseradish sauce (see recipe)

Steps:

  • Split the chicken breasts in half down the center. Trim them neatly to remove peripheral membranes and bits of fat. Cut each breast half into six pieces of equal size.
  • Put the egg, water, salt and pepper in a bowl and beat well to blend.
  • Put the bread crumbs on a large platter. Add the sage, thyme, cumin and pepper, and blend well.
  • Add the pieces of chicken to the egg mixture and toss to coat well. Drain off the excess. Transfer the chicken pieces to the bread-crumb mixture and toss to coat thoroughly. Put the coated pieces in another dish, separating them so that they do not touch.
  • Heat the oil for deep frying in a cast-iron skillet. There should be about 1 inch of oil. When hot (at 360 degrees) but not smoking, add about one-third of the chicken pieces. Do not overcrowd. Cook, stirring with a slotted or perforated spoon so that the pieces brown evenly. It will take about 3 minutes until they are golden brown.
  • Transfer the nuggets to paper towels and drain.
  • Continue adding batches of chicken pieces and cook until all the chicken is done. Serve with tomato-horseradish sauce.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 801, UnsaturatedFat 43 grams, Carbohydrate 41 grams, Fat 54 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 38 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 666 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams

BAKED HERBED CHICKEN NUGGETS



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This is a tasty way to make chicken nuggets at home! My kids like things with a kick, so they enjoy these, but if yours don't then simply omit the red pepper!

Provided by Dine Dish

Categories     Chicken

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 eggs, beaten
1 tablespoon water
1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 cup dried breadcrumbs, seasoned
1/2 cup wheat germ
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Spray a baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Trim any fat from chicken and cut into 1 inch cubes.
  • In a bowl beat the eggs with the water and add the chicken.
  • In a separate bowl, combine the parsley, thyme, red pepper, bread crumbs, wheat germ, basil and ground pepper.
  • Stir in the oil with a fork and mix well to distribute evenly.
  • Pour seasoning mixture into a large, resealable plastic bag and add the chicken pieces (without the eggs and water); shake to coat.
  • Place coated chicken pieces on the prepared baking sheet and bake at 425 degrees F for 10 minutes, turn the pieces and cook for an additional 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303.9, Fat 9.5, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 174.2, Sodium 213, Carbohydrate 17.9, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 1.1, Protein 35.6

BAKED CHICKEN NUGGETS



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A real kid-pleaser! Adults will enjoy this recipe for a tasty appetizer, too! Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauces if desired.

Provided by Teresa C. Rouzer

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Baked and Roasted     Oven Fried

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
1 cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon dried basil
½ cup butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Cut chicken breasts into 1 1/2-inch sized pieces. In a medium bowl, mix together the bread crumbs, cheese, salt, thyme and basil. Mix well. Put melted butter in a bowl or dish for dipping.
  • Dip chicken pieces into the melted butter first, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture. Place the well-coated chicken pieces on a lightly greased cookie sheet in a single layer, and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 308.4 calories, Carbohydrate 14.6 g, Cholesterol 81 mg, Fat 19.1 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 19.3 g, SaturatedFat 11.4 g, Sodium 989 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

THE BEST EVER CHICKEN NUGGETS



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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

vegetable oil
4 cups all-purpose flour
6 tablespoons garlic salt
3 tablespoons ground black pepper
4 eggs, beaten
8 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into small chunks

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

Tips:

  • Choose the right chicken: Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs for the best results. You can also use ground chicken, but the nuggets will be more tender if you use whole chicken pieces.
  • Use fresh herbs: Fresh herbs will give your chicken nuggets the best flavor. If you don't have fresh herbs on hand, you can use dried herbs, but use only 1/3 of the amount called for in the recipe.
  • Don't overcook the chicken: Chicken nuggets are best when they are cooked just until they are golden brown and cooked through. Overcooked chicken will be dry and tough.
  • Serve with your favorite dipping sauce: Chicken nuggets are delicious served with a variety of dipping sauces, such as ketchup, honey mustard, barbecue sauce, or ranch dressing.

Conclusion:

These herbed chicken nuggets are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are perfect for a party or a weeknight meal. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy!

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