Golden Chicken Nuggets

Crispy, golden, and irresistibly delicious, these Golden Chicken Nuggets are a homemade upgrade to your favorite comfort food! Made with tender chicken breast pieces coated in a flavorful blend of paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder, these nuggets are double-dipped in a seasoned flour mixture, creamy egg wash, and crunchy breadcrumbs before being fried to perfectly golden perfection. For an extra burst of umami, optional parmesan cheese can be added to the breadcrumb coating. Quick to prepare and cook in just 35 minutes, these nuggets are perfect for feeding the whole family or serving as a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Pair them with classic dipping sauces like honey mustard, ketchup, or ranch for a meal everyone will rave about! Whether for a quick dinner or a game-day treat, these golden chicken nuggets are sure to become a new favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams chicken breast
• 100 grams all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 large eggs
• 60 milliliters milk
• 150 grams breadcrumbs
• 50 grams parmesan cheese (optional)
• 500 milliliters vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized chunks, roughly 1-2 inches in size, and set aside.

Step 2

In a shallow bowl or plate, mix together the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

In another shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until well combined.

Step 4

In a third shallow bowl, mix the breadcrumbs with the parmesan cheese, if using.

Step 5

Dredge each chicken chunk in the seasoned flour, ensuring it is evenly coated. Shake off any excess flour.

Step 6

Dip the floured chicken piece into the egg mixture, ensuring it is fully coated.

Step 7

Roll the chicken piece in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere the breadcrumbs to the surface.

Step 8

Repeat this process for all the chicken chunks and place them on a clean plate or tray.

Step 9

Heat the vegetable oil in a deep skillet or medium-sized pot over medium heat until it reaches 175°C (350°F). Use a kitchen thermometer to ensure accuracy, or test by dropping a small piece of bread into the oil—it should sizzle and turn golden in about 30 seconds.

Step 10

Fry the chicken nuggets in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. Cook each batch for 3-4 minutes, turning occasionally, until the nuggets are golden brown and fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 75°C or 165°F).

Step 11

Remove the cooked nuggets with a slotted spoon and drain them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.

Step 12

Serve the golden chicken nuggets warm with your favorite dipping sauces, such as ketchup, honey mustard, or ranch.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1450.2 grams (1450.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5861

Total Fat 492.40g	631%
Saturated Fat 81.20g	406%
Polyunsaturated Fat 286.50g
Cholesterol 852mg	284%
Sodium 7281mg	317%
Total Carbohydrate 205.80g	75%
Dietary Fiber 9.80g	35%
Total Sugars 14.60g
Protein 205.40g	411%

Vitamin D 120IU	600%
Calcium 911mg	70%
Iron 17mg	94%
Potassium 1924mg	41%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 72.9%

Protein: 13.5%

Carbs: 13.5%