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Homemade Chicken Nuggets - Classic

  • Ready in50 min
  • Prep35 min
  • Cook15 min
  • CuisineAmerican · Fast Food
  • Serves4 People
  • Calories~450 kcal
Homemade Chicken Nuggets - Classic

Ingredients

Chicken Mixture

  • 1 pound (approx. 450g)Chicken breast
  • 2 teaspoonsSalt
  • 0.5 teaspoonWhite pepper
  • 2 tablespoonsCornstarch

Batter

  • 1 cupAll-purpose flour
  • 0.25 cupCornstarch
  • 0.5 teaspoonPaprika
  • 0.5 teaspoonSalt
  • 0.25 teaspoonWhite pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoonGarlic powder
  • 355 ml (1 can)Club soda

For Frying

  • sufficient for deep fryingVegetable oil

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. 1.Prepare the Chicken

    Roughly cut 1 pound of chicken breast into chunks. Place the chicken into a bowl.

  2. 2.Season the Chicken

    Add 2 teaspoons of salt, 0.5 teaspoon of white pepper, and 2 tablespoons of cornstarch to the chicken in the bowl.

  3. 3.Process the Chicken

    Transfer the seasoned chicken mixture into a food processor. Process until the chicken forms a paste-like consistency and starts rolling around like a meatball, indicating it's finely ground.

  4. 4.Portion and Shape Nuggets

    Remove the processed chicken from the food processor. Use a falafel scoop or your hands to portion the mixture into small, nugget-sized pieces. Flatten each piece slightly to form the desired nugget shape.

  5. 5.Coat and Freeze Nuggets

    Roll the shaped chicken nuggets in cornstarch to lightly coat them. Place the coated nuggets on a tray and put them in the freezer for approximately 30 minutes to help them set up.

  6. 6.Prepare the Batter

    In a separate bowl, combine 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 0.25 cup of cornstarch, 0.5 teaspoon of paprika, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, 0.25 teaspoon of white pepper, and 0.5 teaspoon of garlic powder. Pour in 355 ml (1 can) of club soda and whisk until you achieve a very runny, pancake-like batter consistency.

  7. 7.Heat the Oil

    Pour vegetable oil into a pot, ensuring there's enough for deep frying. Heat the oil to 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to verify the temperature.

  8. 8.Fry the Nuggets

    Once the oil is at temperature, take the frozen nuggets and dip them into the prepared batter, ensuring they are fully coated. Carefully place 4-5 battered nuggets into the hot oil at a time. Fry for 3 to 4 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach at least 160°F (71°C).

  9. 9.Drain and Serve

    Remove the fried nuggets from the oil using a slotted spoon and place them on a wire rack to drain any excess oil. Repeat with the remaining nuggets. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauces like ketchup or Japanese barbecue sauce.

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Homemade Chicken Nuggets - Classic

Ready in

50 mins

Cuisine

American · Fast Food

Prep Time

35 min

Cook Time

15 min

Serving

4 People

Calories / Serving

~450 kcal
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Chicken Mixture

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Batter

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For Frying

Step-by-Step Instructions

Follow each step to make the recipe successfully.

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chicken

    Roughly cut 1 pound of chicken breast into chunks. Place the chicken into a bowl.

  2. 2

    Season the Chicken

    Add 2 teaspoons of salt, 0.5 teaspoon of white pepper, and 2 tablespoons of cornstarch to the chicken in the bowl.

  3. 3

    Process the Chicken

    Transfer the seasoned chicken mixture into a food processor. Process until the chicken forms a paste-like consistency and starts rolling around like a meatball, indicating it's finely ground.

  4. 4

    Portion and Shape Nuggets

    Remove the processed chicken from the food processor. Use a falafel scoop or your hands to portion the mixture into small, nugget-sized pieces. Flatten each piece slightly to form the desired nugget shape.

  5. 5

    Coat and Freeze Nuggets

    Roll the shaped chicken nuggets in cornstarch to lightly coat them. Place the coated nuggets on a tray and put them in the freezer for approximately to help them set up.

  6. 6

    Prepare the Batter

    In a separate bowl, combine 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 0.25 cup of cornstarch, 0.5 teaspoon of paprika, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, 0.25 teaspoon of white pepper, and 0.5 teaspoon of garlic powder. Pour in 355 ml (1 can) of club soda and until you achieve a very runny, pancake-like batter consistency.

  7. 7

    Heat the Oil

    Pour vegetable oil into a pot, ensuring there's enough for deep frying. Heat the oil to 350°F (≈175°C) (approximately 175°C) (175°C (≈345°F) (approximately 345°F)). Use a thermometer to verify the temperature.

  8. 8

    Fry the Nuggets

    Once the oil is at temperature, take the frozen nuggets and dip them into the prepared batter, ensuring they are fully coated. Carefully place 4-5 battered nuggets into the hot oil at a time. Fry for until golden brown and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach at least 160°F (≈70°C) (approximately 70°C) (71°C (≈160°F) (approximately 160°F)).

  9. 9

    Drain and Serve

    Remove the fried nuggets from the oil using a slotted spoon and place them on a wire rack to drain any excess oil. Repeat with the remaining nuggets. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauces like ketchup or Japanese barbecue sauce.

Before You Cook

Helpful details before you start
Spice LevelMedium
White pepper · Paprika
Ingredient SubstitutionsMissing something? View suitable alternatives.
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  • No Cornstarch?

    • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour (per 1 tbsp cornstarch)
    • Arrowroot powder (1:1)
    • Tapioca starch (1:1)
  • No All-purpose flour?

    • White whole wheat flour (1:1)
    • 1 cup minus 2 tbsp + 2 tbsp cornstarch (cake flour swap)
Ingredient Substitutions
  • No Cornstarch?

    • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour (per 1 tbsp cornstarch)
    • Arrowroot powder (1:1)
    • Tapioca starch (1:1)
  • No All-purpose flour?

    • White whole wheat flour (1:1)
    • 1 cup minus 2 tbsp + 2 tbsp cornstarch (cake flour swap)
AllergensThis recipe contains gluten.
gluten

Storage & Leftovers

Keep your leftovers fresh and ready to enjoy.

  • Freeze

    Place the coated nuggets on a tray and put them in the freezer for approximately 30 minutes to help them set up.

Helpful Tips

Small details that can improve the final result.

  • 1
    TipFreezing the Shaped Chicken Nuggets

    Freezing the shaped chicken nuggets for 30 minutes helps them set up and maintain their shape during frying.

  • 2
    Cooking tipMaintain the Oil Temperature at

    Maintain the oil temperature at 350°F (175°C) for even cooking and a golden-brown crust. Avoid letting the oil get too hot to prevent over-browning.

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