Homemade Chicken Nuggets
A delicious and easy recipe for crispy, kid-approved homemade chicken nuggets. Perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests.
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment paper or silicone baking mat for lining the baking sheet
- Medium bowl for seasoning chicken
- Three shallow dishes or bowls for breading station
- Whisk for eggs
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken breasts boneless, skinless, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil to help seasonings stick
- 2 teaspoons fine sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 cups panko breadcrumbs key for crispiness
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour helps egg wash stick
- 2 large eggs the binder
- 1 Tablespoon whole milk mix into eggs for smoother coating
- cooking spray for baking sheet
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat and lightly coat with cooking spray.
- In a medium bowl, toss chicken cubes with olive oil. Add salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir until chicken is evenly coated.
- Set up a breading station with three shallow dishes: one with all-purpose flour, one with whisked eggs and milk, and one with panko breadcrumbs.
- Working one piece at a time, coat a seasoned chicken cube in flour, shaking off excess.
- Dip the floured chicken into the egg wash, ensuring it's completely covered.
- Transfer the egg-dipped chicken to the panko breadcrumbs and gently press to coat.
- Arrange the coated chicken nuggets on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they have space between them.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until chicken is cooked through and nuggets are golden brown and crispy.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
For best results when reheating, use a toaster oven or regular oven at 350°F (175°C). Avoid microwaving as it can make them soft.