Skip the drive-thru and make these crispy and delicious Homemade Chicken Nuggets instead! With a crispy coating and juicy chicken inside, these nuggets are a hit with kids and adults alike. Plus, you know exactly what goes into them!
A quick and easy recipe for crispy and delicious chicken nuggets made with simple ingredients, perfect for a quick dinner or a fun snack.
Ingredients
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 eggs
2 tablespoons milk
2 cups breadcrumbs
Cooking spray
4 Servings
Prep Time:
0 Hrs 20 Mins
Cook Time:
0 Hrs 20 Mins
Total TIme:
0 Hrs 0 Mins
Directions
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Preheat oven to 425°F (218°C).
Step
Cut the chicken breasts into small, bite-sized pieces.
Step
In a shallow bowl, mix together the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
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In another shallow bowl, beat together the eggs and milk.
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In a third shallow bowl, place the breadcrumbs.
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Dip each piece of chicken first into the flour mixture, shaking off any excess, then into the egg mixture, and finally into the breadcrumbs, pressing the breadcrumbs onto the chicken to coat evenly.
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Place the coated chicken nuggets on a greased baking sheet and spray them with cooking spray.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the nuggets are golden brown and crispy.
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Serve with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy!
Tips for this recipe
For extra crispy nuggets, coat the chicken twice in the breadcrumb mixture.
