Description
Make crispy, golden Chicken McNuggets at home with this easy recipe, inspired by the McDonald’s classic. These bite-sized chicken nuggets are coated in a flavorful seasoned crust and fried to perfection, perfect for a quick snack or family meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 eggs
- 2 tbsp milk
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
- Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized chunks.
- In a shallow dish, combine the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- In another dish, whisk together the eggs and milk.
- Dip each chicken piece into the egg mixture, then coat with the seasoned flour.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Fry the chicken nuggets in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Remove from the skillet and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy!
Notes
- For a healthier option, you can bake the nuggets at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Be careful not to overcrowd the pan while frying to ensure the nuggets cook evenly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes