Oven-Baked or Fried Chicken Nuggets Recipe
Chicken Nuggets Recipe
Crispy Homemade Chicken Nuggets
Hello to all of our wonderful home cooks out there! Are you ready to add a little fun to your cooking routine? We’ve all enjoyed crispy, golden chicken nuggets, but have you ever thought about bringing a rainbow of colors to this all-time favorite dish? Don’t worry, we won’t be using any artificial colorings here. Nature has given us plenty of vibrant colors to work with!
A Quick & Versatile Dish
Chicken nuggets are an international favorite, winning over hearts with their golden crispy coating and tender, flavorful interior. The best part about them? They’re incredibly quick and easy to make. Plus, you have the freedom to serve them hot right out of the oven or fryer, or cool them down for a nice picnic snack.
The versatility doesn’t stop there. Your nuggets can become even more exciting with a few simple additions. Ever considered adding some mozzarella cheese to the mix for a gooey surprise inside each nugget? Or how about some fragrant herbs to give an extra pop of flavor? The possibilities are endless, and they’re all in your hands.
Nature’s Palette: Adding Color to Your Nuggets
Here’s where we really have some fun. Do you want to dazzle your kids, impress your guests, or just enjoy a colorful meal for yourself? Let’s play with natural, edible colors to turn our nuggets into a feast for the eyes as well as the taste buds.
For instance, want to make your nuggets blush a little? Beetroot juice is your best friend. Just add a bit of it to your breadcrumb mixture and watch the magic happen. When your nuggets come out, they won’t just be tasty; they’ll be radiant red treasures that you can’t wait to bite into.
- 350 grams of ground chicken breast
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup bread crumbs
- 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika powder
- Begin by placing the ground chicken in a bowl. Add salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic, and onion powder. Mix well with your hands until all the spices are evenly distributed. This is where your culinary creativity can come into play! Feel free to choose the chicken part according to your preferences, whether it's the thigh, breast, or fillet.
- Next, line a baking tray with parchment paper and grease it with a tablespoon of vegetable oil. Preheat your oven to 200 degrees Celsius.
- Beat the eggs in a separate bowl until they're well mixed. In two separate bowls, pour the bread crumbs and all-purpose flour.
- Grease your hands with the remaining oil. Then, take a walnut-sized portion of the chicken mixture, shape it into a nugget, and slightly flatten it.
- Now comes the fun part: coat each nugget first in the flour, then dip it in the beaten egg, and finally roll it in the bread crumbs until fully covered. Place them on the greased parchment paper on the baking tray.
- Once all nuggets are placed in the tray, put it in the preheated oven. Bake them for 20 minutes.
- For those who aren't particularly calorie-conscious, frying is another delicious option. Heat a few tablespoons of vegetable oil in a pan. Fry each side of the nuggets on medium heat for about 7 to 8 minutes. Once done, blot excess oil using a paper towel.
- Finally, serve these golden-brown beauties with your choice of sauce. And if you’re wondering how to make a simple homemade ketchup, here’s a quick guide: combine 2 tablespoons of tomato paste, 2 teaspoons of white vinegar, 1/3 cup of water, 1/2 teaspoon of onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of sugar. Once it boils, let it simmer on very low heat for about 15 minutes.
- Voila! Your delicious homemade chicken nuggets are ready to enjoy. These are sure to be a hit at your next family meal or party. So don't wait any longer, try this recipe today and experience the joy of cooking at its best! Bon Appétit!
- Thanks to :
- mahsacooks
