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Homemade chicken nuggets

Crispy, homemade chicken nuggets are sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike. Who could resist crunchy, golden nuggets of joy?! No one, that's who!

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 293 kcal
Course: Appetizer , Snacks , Lunch
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 500 g (1lb) chicken breasts sliced into bite sized chunks
  • 2 cups flour
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 1½ tsp garlic powder
  • 1½ tsp onion powder
  • 1½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp pepper
  • 3 eggs

Instructions

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  1. Heat vegetable oil in a large pot.
  2. Whisk together the flour and spices in a shallow bowl.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs together.
  4. Coat the chicken first in the flour, then in the eggs and finally in the flour again. For a thicker coating, repeat the breading.
  5. Fry the chicken nuggets in the oil until golden brown and crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon then drain on kitchen paper before serving.

Nutrition Information

Calories 293kcal (15%) Carbohydrates 31g (10%) Protein 26g (52%) Fat 6g (9%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Cholesterol 135mg (45%) Sodium 712mg (30%) Potassium 363mg (10%) Fiber 6g (24%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 472IU (9%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 18mg (2%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 293

% Daily Value*

Calories 293kcal 15%
Carbohydrates 31g 10%
Protein 26g 52%
Fat 6g 9%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 135mg 45%
Sodium 712mg 30%
Potassium 363mg 8%
Fiber 6g 24%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 472IU 9%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 18mg 2%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.