Crispy Chicken Nuggets
If you've ever craved Chick-fil-A's crispy, golden chicken nuggets but wanted to whip them up at home, this recipe is for you! With a few simple ingredients and a touch of Southern flair, you can recreate restaurant-quality chicken nuggets that are perfect for lunch, dinner, or a quick snack.
Equipment
- 1 Small Mixing Bowl
- 1 large mixing bowl or ziploc bag for flour mixture
- 1 deep fryer or large frying pan
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (chopped into small chunks)
- 3 eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- Oil for frying (vegetable or peanut oil recommended)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken:Begin by cutting your boneless, skinless chicken breasts into bite-sized chunks. The smaller the pieces, the crispier the nuggets!
- Season the Flour:In a large bowl, combine the flour with garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. This spice blend gives the nuggets their irresistible Southern flavor.
- Whisk the Wet Ingredients:In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk. This mixture will help the flour coating stick to the chicken, making sure every bite is crispy and delicious.
- Coat the Chicken:Dip each piece of chicken into the egg mixture, then roll it in the seasoned flour until fully coated. For an extra crispy coating, repeat this process by dipping it again in the egg mixture and then back into the flour.
- Heat the Oil:Heat your oil in a large skillet or deep fryer over medium-high heat. You'll know the oil is ready when a small drop of water sizzles in the pan.
- Fry the Nuggets:Carefully drop the chicken nuggets into the hot oil, frying them in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry each piece for about 4-5 minutes, turning them occasionally until they're golden brown and crispy on all sides.
- Drain and Serve:Once cooked, remove the nuggets and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain the excess oil. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce!