Buttermilk Fried Chicken Nuggets

These classic buttermilk fried chicken nuggets are irresistibly crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, a perfect start to your homemade nugget journey.

Ingredients:

  • 2 lbs chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Oil for frying

Cooking method:

  1. Marinate the chicken pieces in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix flour with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Dredge the marinated chicken pieces in the flour mixture, ensuring each piece is coated evenly.
  4. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and fry the chicken nuggets until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Drain on paper towels and serve hot.

Spicy Sriracha Chicken Nuggets

Turn up the heat with these spicy sriracha chicken nuggets, perfect for those who love a kick in their bites.

Ingredients:

  • 2 lbs chicken breast, cut into chunks
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/4 cup sriracha sauce
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 tsp cayenne pepper
  • Salt to taste
  • Oil for frying

Cooking method:

  1. Combine buttermilk and sriracha sauce in a bowl and marinate chicken for at least 1 hour.
  2. In another bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs with cayenne pepper and salt.
  3. Coat the marinated chicken pieces in the breadcrumb mixture.
  4. Heat oil in a frying pan and cook the nuggets until crispy and golden, approximately 6-8 minutes.
  5. Remove from oil, drain on paper towels, and enjoy warm.

Parmesan Herb Chicken Nuggets

For a sophisticated twist, these parmesan herb chicken nuggets are rich in flavor and sure to impress your taste buds.

Ingredients:

  • 2 lbs chicken breast, cut into nuggets
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup Italian breadcrumbs
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Oil for frying

Cooking method:

  1. Soak the chicken pieces in buttermilk for 30 minutes.
  2. Mix parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper in another bowl.
  3. Coat each chicken piece with the breadcrumb mixture.
  4. Fry in hot oil over medium heat until golden and cooked through, around 5-6 minutes.
  5. Drain and serve with your favorite dipping sauce.

Honey Mustard Chicken Nuggets

Sweet and tangy honey mustard chicken nuggets are sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients:

  • 2 lbs chicken breast, chopped
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/2 cup Dijon mustard
  • 1 cup crushed cornflakes
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • Salt to taste
  • Oil for frying

Cooking method:

  1. Combine honey and Dijon mustard in a bowl and marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Mix crushed cornflakes with onion powder and salt in a separate bowl.
  3. Dredge the marinated chicken pieces in the cornflake mixture.
  4. Fry in hot oil until crispy and golden, about 5 minutes.
  5. Drain excess oil and serve immediately.

Coconut Crusted Chicken Nuggets

Bring a tropical flair to your meal with these coconut-crusted chicken nuggets.

Ingredients:

  • 2 lbs chicken breast, diced
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1 cup shredded coconut
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 tsp curry powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Oil for frying

Cooking method:

  1. Marinate the chicken pieces in coconut milk for 1 hour.
  2. Combine shredded coconut, breadcrumbs, curry powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  3. Coat the chicken pieces in the coconut mixture.
  4. Fry in hot oil until golden brown and crispy, approximately 4-6 minutes.
  5. Serve warm with a sweet chili dip.

BBQ Glazed Chicken Nuggets

These BBQ glazed chicken nuggets are perfect for a smoky, flavorful treat that everyone will love.

Ingredients:

  • 2 lbs chicken breast, cubed
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt to taste
  • Oil for frying

Cooking method:

  1. Marinate the chicken pieces in buttermilk for 30 minutes.
  2. Mix flour with smoked paprika and salt.
  3. Dredge the chicken pieces in the flour mixture.
  4. Fry the chicken in oil until golden and cooked, about 6 minutes.
  5. Toss the cooked nuggets in barbecue sauce and serve.

Lemon Pepper Chicken Nuggets

These zesty lemon pepper chicken nuggets are a refreshing twist on the classic.

Ingredients:

  • 2 lbs chicken breast, cut into pieces
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1 tbsp lemon pepper seasoning
  • Salt to taste
  • Oil for frying

Cooking method:

  1. Marinate the chicken in lemon juice and zest for 30 minutes.
  2. Mix flour with lemon pepper seasoning and salt.
  3. Coat the chicken pieces in the flour mixture.
  4. Fry in oil until cooked and crispy, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Serve hot with lemon wedges.

Ranch Seasoned Chicken Nuggets

Packed with the classic flavors of ranch seasoning, these nuggets are a delicious homemade snack.

Ingredients:

  • 2 lbs chicken breast, cut into bits
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 packet ranch dressing mix
  • 1 cup flour
  • Salt to taste
  • Oil for frying

Cooking method:

  1. Soak the chicken pieces in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Combine flour with ranch dressing mix and salt in a bowl.
  3. Coat the chicken pieces in the flour mixture.
  4. Fry in hot oil until golden brown, approximately 5-6 minutes.
  5. Drain and serve with a side of ranch dressing.

Sesame Ginger Chicken Nuggets

Infuse your meal with Asian flavors using these sesame ginger chicken nuggets.

Ingredients:

  • 2 lbs chicken breast, chopped
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp ginger, grated
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 tbsp sesame seeds
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Oil for frying

Cooking method:

  1. Marinate chicken in soy sauce and ginger for 1 hour.
  2. Mix panko breadcrumbs with sesame seeds, salt, and pepper.
  3. Coat the marinated chicken pieces in the breadcrumb mixture.
  4. Fry in oil until crispy and cooked, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Serve with soy sauce or a ginger dipping sauce.

Buffalo Style Chicken Nuggets

For those who love their nuggets with some heat, these buffalo style chicken nuggets are a spicy delight.

Ingredients:

  • 2 lbs chicken breast, cut into chunks
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup hot sauce
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • Salt to taste
  • Oil for frying

Cooking method:

  1. Marinate the chicken in buttermilk and hot sauce for at least 1 hour.
  2. Mix flour with chili powder and salt.
  3. Coat the chicken pieces in the flour mixture.
  4. Fry in oil until golden and spicy, about 5-6 minutes.
  5. Toss in extra hot sauce if desired and serve immediately.

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