Crispy Chicken Nuggets and Homemade Fries

Ingredients

• 500 g Chicken Breast (cut into bite‑size pieces)
• 1 cup Whole Milk (for soaking to tenderize)
• 1 tsp Garlic Powder
• 1 tsp Onion Powder
• 1 tsp Salt
• ½ tsp Black Pepper (freshly ground)
• ½ cup Cornstarch (for first coating)
• 2 Egg (beaten)
• 1 cup Breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)
• 2 cups Vegetable Oil (for deep frying, use a high smoke‑point oil)
• 2 Potatoes (large, Russet preferred, cut into fries)
• ½ tsp Salt (for fries)

Instructions

1. Soak Chicken

   Place the chicken pieces in a bowl and cover with whole milk. Let sit for 5 minutes to tenderize.

   Time: PT5M

2. Pat Dry and Season

   Remove chicken from milk, pat dry with paper towels, then toss with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

   Time: PT5M

3. Prepare Coating Station

   Set up three shallow dishes: 1) cornstarch, 2) beaten eggs, 3) breadcrumbs.

   Time: PT2M

4. Coat Chicken Nuggets

   Roll each chicken piece in cornstarch, dip in egg, then coat thoroughly with breadcrumbs. Place coated nuggets on a plate.

   Time: PT5M

5. Heat Oil

   Fill the deep fryer or pot with vegetable oil to a depth of about 2 inches and heat to 350°F (175°C).

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 350°F

6. Fry Nuggets

   Carefully lower nuggets into hot oil in batches. Fry 3–4 minutes, turning once, until golden brown and cooked through.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 350°F

7. Drain Nuggets

   Remove nuggets with tongs and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.

   Time: PT1M

8. Cut and Dry Potatoes

   Wash potatoes, cut into ¼‑inch sticks, and pat dry thoroughly with a clean towel.

   Time: PT5M

9. Fry Fries

   In the same hot oil, fry potatoes in batches for 4–5 minutes until golden and crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 350°F

10. Serve

    Arrange chicken nuggets and fries on a serving platter. Serve hot with ketchup or your favorite dipping sauce.

    Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

350

Protein

20 g

Carbohydrates

30 g

Fat

15 g

Fiber

3 g