Homemade Chicken Nuggets Recipe | Best Lunch Box Ideas For Kids Recipe

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: ground chicken

Thighs are juicier and often less expensive.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: panko

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Panko gives a lighter, crispier texture.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point.

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: sugar syrup

Agave syrup is lower on the glycemic index.

Cut chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces.

Blend brown bread slices into breadcrumbs.

Mix onion powder, white pepper, garlic powder, Chinese salt, and salt in a bowl.

In a separate bowl, beat eggs with milk and add paprika powder.

Dip each chicken piece into the flour, then into the egg mixture, and finally coat with breadcrumbs.

Heat cooking oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Fry chicken nuggets in batches until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Transfer cooked nuggets to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Cooking Techniques

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