CHICKEN nuggets are a real kid-pleaser!
Adults will enjoy this recipe for a tasty appetiser, too!
Serve warm, with your favourite dipping sauces if desired.
Ingredients:
Vegetable oil for frying
4 cups all-purpose flour
Salt to taste
3 tablespoons ground black pepper
4 large eggs, beaten
2 cloves of garlic
8 chicken breasts cut into small pieces
Method:
Gather all ingredients.
Cut chicken breasts into 1 1/2-inch pieces.
Stir together flour, garlic salt, and pepper in a bowl.
Using a 1-1/2 tablespoon measure, shape the chicken mixture into a rectangular shape in your hand and place it on a tray with baking paper and freeze in the freezer for 30 minutes.
Heat approximately 3-4 cups of vegetable oil in a frying pan or deep fryer
Dip chicken pieces into beaten eggs, then press each piece into flour mixture to coat well; shake off excess flour. Place coated chicken pieces onto a plate.
Working in batches, fry chicken in hot oil until golden brown and no longer pink in the centre if necessary, in oil for about 6-8 minutes.
Remove to a paper towel-lined platter or tray briefly to absorb some of the excess oil before serving.
Serve with your favourite dipping sauce and enjoy!
How to freeze Homemade Chicken Nuggets?
After frying the chicken nuggets, allow them to cool completely.
Next, freeze them in a single layer on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper until frozen through.
Then, transfer them to a large freezer-safe ziptop bag or freezer-safe container.
How long are chicken nuggets good for?
FROZEN: Use them within three months.
REFRIGERATED: Use them within 2-3 days.
How do you reheat chicken nuggets?
This recipe is so easy to reheat!
You can microwave them, air fry them, or bake them in the oven until heated through.
Feel free to make these nuggets in any shape you like.
It’s easy to change up the flavour by switching up the seasonings and spices.
This recipe is a great meal prep idea!
Want to make this recipe even quicker?
You can use already ground chicken in place of the chicken breasts. – Online.
