These homemade Crispy Chicken Nuggets are golden, crunchy, and juicy in every bite, with a simple method that makes them even better than store-bought. The chicken breast is minced, seasoned with cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper, then shaped into bite-sized nuggets and chilled until firm.
A light flour coating and a smooth batter made with flour, cornstarch, baking powder, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and cold water help create that extra crispy finish when fried in neutral oil. They’re perfect for dipping in ketchup, honey mustard, BBQ sauce, or any favorite sauce.
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