Jeff's Chicken Nuggets
Get ready to elevate snack time with Jeff's Chicken Nuggets—a mouthwatering homemade take on everyone’s favorite bite-sized treat! These crispy, golden nuggets begin with tender, juicy chicken breast pieces coated in a perfectly seasoned flour blend featuring garlic, paprika, and black pepper for a flavorful kick. The addition of buttermilk and egg ensures a juicy interior, while the panko breadcrumbs mixed with parmesan cheese create an irresistibly crunchy exterior. Fried to perfection in hot oil, these nuggets deliver restaurant-quality results in just 35 minutes. Perfect as an appetizer, party snack, or kid-approved dinner, serve them warm with your favorite dipping sauces for a truly satisfying experience. Say goodbye to store-bought and hello to homemade goodness with this quick and easy recipe!
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Ingredients
- 500 grams boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 120 grams all-purpose flour
- 30 grams cornstarch
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 240 milliliters buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 120 grams panko breadcrumbs
- 30 grams parmesan cheese
- 500 milliliters vegetable oil
Directions
Step 1
Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces, roughly 1.5 inches each. Set aside.
Step 2
In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Mix thoroughly.
Step 3
In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and egg until well blended.
Step 4
In a third shallow bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs and grated parmesan cheese.
Step 5
Dredge each piece of chicken in the flour mixture, ensuring it's fully coated. Shake off excess.
Step 6
Dip the floured chicken piece into the buttermilk mixture, then coat it evenly in the breadcrumb and parmesan mix.
Step 7
Repeat with all chicken pieces and place them on a plate or tray.
Step 8
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep skillet or heavy-bottomed pan over medium-high heat until it reaches 175°C (350°F).
Step 9
Fry the chicken nuggets in batches, ensuring they do not overcrowd the pan. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side or until golden brown and fully cooked through.
Step 10
Use a slotted spoon to transfer cooked nuggets onto a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Step 11
Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1592.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 6023.8 |
| Total Fat 490.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 80.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 286.5g | |
| Cholesterol 698.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5294.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 231.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 21.2g | |
| Protein 209.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 207.5IU | 0% |
| Calcium 710.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 17.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1895.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories