What is good about homemade nuggets
Making homemade nuggets at home allows you to control exactly what goes into the food. You can choose high quality meat and adjust the seasoning to your own taste. These are much tastier than the shop bought versions found in supermarkets. It is a great way to provide a healthier alternative for the family.
Follow these simple steps for homemade nuggets
Prepare the chicken: Start by cutting the chicken breast into small bite sized pieces. Try to keep them a similar size so they cook evenly later on. Place the flour in one bowl, the beaten egg in another, and the breadcrumbs in a third bowl. Mix the salt and pepper into the flour for extra flavour.
Coat the pieces: Take each piece of chicken and dip it first into the seasoned flour. Shake off any extra flour before dipping it into the egg mixture. Finally, roll the chicken in the breadcrumbs until it is completely covered. Press the breadcrumbs down gently to help them stick to the meat.
Fry the nuggets: Heat the oil in a large frying pan over a medium heat. Carefully place the breaded chicken pieces into the hot pan in a single layer. Do not crowd the pan as this will prevent them from becoming crispy. You may need to cook them in two separate batches.
Cook until golden: Fry the chicken for about four or five minutes on each side. The outside should be golden brown and the inside must be cooked through with no pink meat. Remove the chicken from the pan and place it on a plate with paper towels to drain. Serve the homemade nuggets while they are still hot and crunchy.
Useful tips for homemade nuggets
For an even crunchier finish, you can use panko breadcrumbs instead of regular ones. If you want to add more flavour, try mixing a little garlic powder or dried herbs into the breadcrumbs. Make sure the oil is hot before adding the chicken to prevent the coating from getting soggy. You can also bake these in the oven if you prefer a lower fat version. Just place them on a tray and bake at two hundred degrees for about fifteen minutes. These homemade nuggets can be frozen after they have cooled down completely. Simply reheat them in the oven to bring back the crispiness.
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pasta with duck,
summer salad with prawns or
baja fish tacos.
