Best 20 Minute Chicken Nuggets Recipes

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HOMEMADE CHICKEN NUGGETS



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Crispy, homemade chicken nuggets are sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike. Who could resist crunchy, golden nuggets of joy?! No one, that's who!

Provided by Alida Ryder

Categories     Appetizer     Lunch     Snack

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 8

500 g (1lb) chicken breasts (sliced into bite sized chunks)
2 cups flour
2 tsp paprika
1½ tsp garlic powder
1½ tsp onion powder
1½ tsp salt
½ tsp pepper
3 eggs

Steps:

  • Heat vegetable oil in a large pot.
  • Whisk together the flour and spices in a shallow bowl.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs together.
  • Coat the chicken first in the flour, then in the eggs and finally in the flour again. For a thicker coating, repeat the breading.
  • Fry the chicken nuggets in the oil until golden brown and crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon then drain on kitchen paper before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 293 kcal, Carbohydrate 31 g, Protein 26 g, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 135 mg, Sodium 712 mg, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHICKEN NUGGETS



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I like to make these golden chicken nuggets because they're so quick and easy. My whole family loves them. You can also use the seasoning to cook chicken breast halves. Stack them on rustic bread with mayo, lettuce and tomato for delicious sandwiches. -Annette Ellyson, Carolina, West Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup all-purpose flour
4 teaspoons seasoned salt
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/4 cup canola oil

Steps:

  • In a large shallow dish, combine the first 6 ingredients. Flatten chicken to 1/2-in. thickness, then cut into 1-1/2-in. pieces. Add chicken, a few pieces at a time, to dish and turn to coat., In a large skillet, cook chicken in oil in batches until meat is no longer pink, 6-8 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 435mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BAKED CHICKEN NUGGETS



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A real kid-pleaser! Adults will enjoy this recipe for a tasty appetizer, too! Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauces if desired.

Provided by Teresa C. Rouzer

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Baked and Roasted     Oven Fried

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
1 cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon dried basil
½ cup butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Cut chicken breasts into 1 1/2-inch sized pieces. In a medium bowl, mix together the bread crumbs, cheese, salt, thyme and basil. Mix well. Put melted butter in a bowl or dish for dipping.
  • Dip chicken pieces into the melted butter first, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture. Place the well-coated chicken pieces on a lightly greased cookie sheet in a single layer, and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 308.4 calories, Carbohydrate 14.6 g, Cholesterol 81 mg, Fat 19.1 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 19.3 g, SaturatedFat 11.4 g, Sodium 989 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

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