SWEET POTATO-CRUSTED CHICKEN NUGGETS

Sweet Potato-Crusted Chicken Nuggets image

I was looking for ways to spice up traditional chicken nuggets and came up with this recipe. The chips add a crunchy texture and flavor, while the meat is tender on the inside. -Kristina Segarra, Yonkers, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

Oil for deep-fat frying
1 cup sweet potato chips
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 pound chicken tenderloins, cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces

Steps:

In an electric skillet or deep fryer, heat oil to 350°. Place chips, flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt, pepper and baking powder in a food processor; pulse until ground. Transfer to a shallow dish., Mix cornstarch and remaining salt; toss with chicken. Toss with potato chip mixture, pressing gently to coat., Fry nuggets, a few at a time, until golden brown, 2-3 minutes. Drain on paper towels.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 308 calories, Fat 17g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 690mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 28g protein.