Soy-Free Homemade Chicken McNuggets
Craving the nostalgic taste of fast food chicken nuggets but looking for a healthier, allergen-conscious twist? These Soy-Free Homemade Chicken McNuggets are the ultimate crowd-pleaser, made with tender chicken breast marinated in creamy buttermilk for maximum juiciness. Coated in a perfectly seasoned blend of flour, cornstarch, and spices like garlic powder, paprika, and onion powder, they fry up to crispy golden perfection in just minutes. With no soy in sight, this recipe is perfect for families with dietary restrictions or anyone keen on homemade alternatives. Ready in under 40 minutes, serve these nuggets hot with your favorite dipping sauce for a kid-friendly, flavor-packed meal that’s better than takeout!
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Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.25 cup cornstarch
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 0.5 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp water
- 2 cups vegetable oil
Directions
Step 1
Begin by cutting the chicken breast into small bite-sized pieces, approximately 1 to 1.5 inches in size.
Step 2
Place the chicken pieces into a bowl and pour the buttermilk over them. Let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
Step 3
In a separate bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Step 4
In another small bowl, whisk together the eggs and water until fully blended.
Step 5
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Step 6
Remove the chicken pieces from the buttermilk and shake off any excess.
Step 7
Dip each piece of chicken into the flour mixture, then into the egg mixture, and back into the flour mixture, making sure each piece is coated well.
Step 8
Carefully place several chicken pieces into the hot oil without overcrowding the pan. Fry in batches if necessary.
Step 9
Cook the chicken nuggets for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and fully cooked through.
Step 10
Remove the nuggets from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Step 11
Serve the chicken nuggets hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1429.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 5059.1 |
| Total Fat 453.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 71.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 271.5g | |
| Cholesterol 788.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4704.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 126.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 12.7g | |
| Protein 160.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 208.9IU | 0% |
| Calcium 435.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1973.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories