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Homemade Chicken Nuggets

Homemade Chicken Nuggets Recipe – 5 Easy Steps for Extra Crispy Nuggets!

These crispy and juicy Homemade Chicken Nuggets are a perfect snack for kids and adults alike! Made with fresh chicken and flavorful seasonings, they’re healthier and tastier than store-bought. Freeze them for quick meals anytime.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Appetizer, Main Course, Snack
Cuisine Global, Homemade
Servings 4
Calories 419.55 kcal

Equipment

  • Blender or food processor
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Mixing bowl
  • Tray
  • Butter paper or parchment paper
  • Frying pan
  • Tongs

Ingredients
 

  • 4 slices white bread (edges trimmed and cut into small pieces)
  • ½ kg chicken breast (boneless, cut into small pieces)
  • ½ tbsp ginger paste
  • ½ tbsp garlic paste
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp white pepper powder
  • ½ tbsp paprika powder optional
  • ½ tbsp salt (or to taste)
  • 1½ tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 pc egg (medium egg, beaten)
  • 1 tbsp milk
  • Breadcrumbs (for coating)

Instructions
 

Preparing the Bread Crumbs

  • Trim the edges of the white bread slices and cut them into small pieces.
    4 slices white bread
  • Place the bread pieces in a blender and blend until they become fine crumbs.

Preparing the Chicken Mixture

  • Add the chicken breast pieces into the blender along with the bread crumbs.
    ½ kg chicken breast
  • Add ginger paste, garlic paste, light soy sauce, white pepper powder, paprika powder (optional), and salt.
    ½ tbsp ginger paste, ½ tbsp garlic paste, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp white pepper powder, ½ tbsp paprika powder, ½ tbsp salt
  • Blend the mixture until it becomes a coarse paste. It should not be too fine.

Mixing and Shaping the Nuggets

  • Transfer the mixture onto a clean surface and add vegetable oil.
    1½ tbsp vegetable oil
  • Knead the mixture for 3-4 minutes until it becomes soft and smooth.
  • Flatten the mixture on the surface and cut it into nugget-sized pieces using an oiled knife.

Coating the Nuggets

  • In a small bowl, beat the egg with a pinch of salt, white pepper, and milk.
  • Dip each nugget piece into the egg mixture, then coat it with breadcrumbs.
  • Repeat the process to ensure each nugget is fully coated.

Freezing and Frying

  • Place the coated nuggets on a tray lined with butter paper. Freeze for at least 30 minutes before frying.
  • For frying, heat oil in a pan. Fry the nuggets in medium heat for 4-5 minutes until golden brown.
  • If frying directly from the freezer, let the nuggets thaw for 10 minutes before frying.

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Notes

Special Notes and Guide:
  • Ensure the chicken mixture is not overly smooth; a slightly coarse texture makes the nuggets juicier.
  • You can double coat the nuggets for extra crispiness.
  • Store the nuggets in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 3 months.
  • Fry on medium heat to avoid burning the breadcrumbs while ensuring the inside is cooked through.

Nutrition

Calories: 419.55kcalCarbohydrates: 25.15gProtein: 44.04gFat: 14.43gSaturated Fat: 2.83gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4.19gMonounsaturated Fat: 5.75gCholesterol: 129.5mgSodium: 365.9mgPotassium: 381.12mgFiber: 1.53gSugar: 2.25gVitamin A: 53.75IUCalcium: 78.88mgIron: 2.58mg
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