Homemade Chicken Nuggets (McDonald’s inspired)- The Lazy Girls Kitchen

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 breasts into bite-sized pieces.

In a bowl, mix flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and salt.

In a separate bowl, beat eggs.

Dip each chicken piece into the flour mixture, then into the egg mixture.

Coat the chicken pieces with corn starch.

Heat neutral oil in a large skillet for frying.

Fry chicken nuggets in batches until golden brown.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

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