🍗 Homemade Chicken Nuggets – Crispy, Juicy, and Kid-Approved
Servings
4
servingsPrep time
15
minutesCooking time
20
minutesCalories
250–300
kcalThese Homemade Chicken Nuggets are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and packed with flavor. They’re healthier and tastier than fast food, and you know exactly what’s inside! Perfect for kids and adults, these nuggets are easy to make at home and great for lunch, dinner, or snacks.
Ingredients
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for extra flavor)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 eggs, beaten
½ cup flour
Cooking oil spray or a few tablespoons of oil (for baking or pan-frying)
Directions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) or heat oil in a skillet for pan-frying.
- Set up 3 bowls: flour in one, beaten eggs in another, and breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in the third.
- Coat each chicken piece: first in flour, then egg, then breadcrumb mix.
- Place nuggets on a baking sheet lined with parchment or foil and lightly spray with oil.
OR pan-fry in hot oil until golden and cooked through, about 3–4 minutes per side. - Bake for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
- Serve hot with ketchup, honey mustard, ranch, or your favorite dipping sauce!
Recipe Video
Notes
- You can use panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch.
Make ahead and freeze: Bread the nuggets, freeze on a tray, then store in a bag. Bake from frozen.
Add your favorite seasonings like Italian herbs or chili powder for extra flavor.
Great for meal prep and lunchboxes.
