Gluten-Free Crispy Fried Chicken Nuggets

Discover the ultimate comfort food with these Gluten-Free Crispy Fried Chicken Nuggets—perfectly golden, tender, and bursting with flavor! This easy recipe transforms simple ingredients into bite-sized delights, featuring juicy chicken breast marinated in tangy buttermilk for extra tenderness. The nuggets are coated in a seasoned gluten-free flour and breadcrumb mixture, infused with paprika, garlic, and onion powder for a flavorful crunch in every bite. Fried to crispy perfection in just minutes, these nuggets are ideal for busy weeknight dinners, game-day snacks, or even meal prep. Serve them hot with your favorite gluten-free dipping sauce for a crowd-pleasing treat that's as satisfying as it is allergen-friendly!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Chicken breast, boneless and skinless
• 240 ml Buttermilk
• 180 g Gluten-free all-purpose flour
• 120 g Gluten-free breadcrumbs
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 tsp Paprika
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 1 tsp Onion powder
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 500 ml Vegetable oil for frying

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces, approximately 1-inch cubes.

Step 2

In a bowl, pour the buttermilk over the chicken pieces and let them marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator. This step can be done ahead of time and left overnight for more tender chicken.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, combine the gluten-free flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to ensure the seasonings are evenly distributed.

Step 4

In another bowl, beat the eggs until well mixed.

Step 5

Place the gluten-free breadcrumbs in a shallow dish.

Step 6

Remove the chicken from the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off, then coat each piece in the flour mixture. Shake off the excess.

Step 7

Dip the flour-coated chicken pieces into the beaten eggs, ensuring each piece is well coated.

Step 8

Finally, roll the chicken in the gluten-free breadcrumbs, pressing gently to ensure they stick.

Step 9

In a deep frying pan or skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches around 350°F (175°C).

Step 10

Carefully place the breaded chicken pieces into the hot oil, frying them in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.

Step 11

Fry each batch for about 3-4 minutes per side or until golden brown and cooked through with an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Step 12

Once cooked, transfer the nuggets to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.

Step 13

Serve hot with your favorite gluten-free dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1510.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6281.9

Total Fat 538.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 83.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 695.0mg	0%
Sodium 3908.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 265.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.0g	0%
Total Sugars 17.3g
Protein 141.9g	0%

Vitamin D 255.9IU	0%
Calcium 501.3mg	0%
Iron 9.0mg	0%
Potassium 1558.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 74.8%

Protein: 8.8%

Carbs: 16.4%