How to Make Chicken Nuggets - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chicken nuggets are a popular and beloved dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether they are served as a snack, party appetizer, or a main course, these crispy bites of chicken are always a hit. With their flavorful and crunchy coating, they are hard to resist and will have your family and friends coming back for more.

While it may be easy to grab a bag of frozen chicken nuggets from the grocery store, making your own homemade version is surprisingly simple and yields a ...

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Ingredients

  • 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
  • 2 cups corn oil
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • ⅓ cup water
  • ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Rinse chicken with cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Cut into 1x1x1/2 inch pieces.
  • Fill a deep fryer with corn oil, no more than 1/3 full. Heat to medium heat.
  • Place egg and water in a small bowl and mix well. Add the flour, sesame seeds and salt, stirring until a smooth batter is formed.
  • Dip chicken pieces in batter and drain off any excess. Add battered chicken, a few pieces at a time, to the hot oil. Fry about 4 minutes or until golden brown and done (remove chicken from oil to test). Drain on paper towels.
  • Nutrition

    320 cal.

    • Total Fat: 18g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 118mg
    • Sodium: 953mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 9g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 30g
    • Calcium: 55mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 262mg