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This homemade chicken nuggets recipe is a full of flavour and you don’t need any special side dish to complement them.
The basil, garlic, and parmesan in the breadcrumbs enrich the flavour of the nuggets perfectly.
They can be served with just a salad, and I can guarantee will satisfy everyone’s appetite.
They can be prepared and freeze uncooked if none of the ingredients was previously frozen.
- You can use frozen breadcrumbs described in the article:
Grated Parmesan and Breadcrumbs
They don’t need to be defrosted ahead of time. - For additional storage and freezer recommendations follow the guidelines described in the article:
Once a Month Freezer Meal Prep
homemade chicken nuggets recipe
Chicken nuggets flavourved bread crumbs with Parmesan and basil #yourguaridnchef #parmesan #friedfood #Italianfood
Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time15 mins
Total Time30 mins
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 901kcal
Ingredients
Breadcrumbs (can be prepared in advance and stored in the freezer)
- 4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese grated
- 20 leaves fresh basil
- 2 clove garlic
Chicken
- 4 half chicken breasts
- 1 cup flour
- 3 fresh eggs
- salt & pepper
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Instructions
- Prepare or defrost the breadcrumbs (see article above)
- Cut the chicken breast into long strips and season with salt.
- Prepare 3 plates: one with the flour, one with the eggs mixed with salt and pepper, and one with the breadcrumbs
- One by one dip the chicken nuggets in the following order: First in the flour, making sure they are completely coated. Shake off any excess flour.
- Then dip them in the eggs…. …And lastly in the breadcrumbs.
- Once they are completely coated and ready, deep-fry them in oil until golden and crispy.
- The remaining breadcrumbs should not be put away as they have touched raw chicken and cannot be re-stored. I usually mix them with the remaining eggs and fry them up to limit wastage.
- Kids love them; in Italian they are called the “Vecchia”, meaning old lady. Probably because they were reserved for toothless old ladies who could not bite into chicken!
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
homemade chicken nuggets recipe
Amount Per Serving
Calories 901 Calories from Fat 162
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 18g 28%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Cholesterol 278mg 93%
Sodium 1291mg 54%
Potassium 1142mg 33%
Total Carbohydrates 102g 34%
Dietary Fiber 5g 20%
Sugars 7g
Protein 74g 148%
Vitamin A 9.7%
Vitamin C 4.4%
Calcium 37.8%
Iron 46%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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They look superb, I have not made something like this for what seems forever, definitely an inspiration to rustle up something similar some time soon.
Thank you Brian, when you have children is often required
We always make our own chicken nuggets. The great thing about it is that you can make loads of different flavour combos.
So many alternatives to try
I’ve been looking for a great chicken nugget recipe for a while now and think I’ve found a winner here! LOVE that you use Parmesan! Thanks for sharing 🙂
Thank you Chris, I am glad you like them
These look amazing! Will have to give making these a try, I think my children would adore them!
Thank you, Children love those
I love the idea of serving chicken nuggets with a squeeze of lemon!
that is what we use to do in Italy
wow now i can make chicken nugget better than buying one
yes, they are mich better