Crispy Homemade Chicken Nuggets with Fries

Ingredients

• 1.5 lb Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast (cut into bite‑size pieces)
• 1 cup Whole Milk (for soaking the chicken)
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 tsp Salt
• ½ tsp Black Pepper
• ½ tsp Chili Powder
• ½ tsp Onion Powder
• ½ tsp Garlic Powder
• ½ cup Cornstarch (for first coating)
• 2 Large Eggs (beaten)
• 1 cup Breadcrumbs (plain or panko for extra crunch)
• 2 cup Vegetable Oil (for deep frying, use a neutral oil with high smoke point)
• 2 large Russet Potatoes (peeled and cut into fries)
• 1 tsp Salt (for fries)

Instructions

1. Soak Chicken in Milk

   Place the chicken pieces in a bowl and cover with whole milk. Let them soak for 15 minutes to tenderize and reduce any gamey smell.

   Time: PT15M

2. Pat Dry and Season

   Remove the chicken from the milk, pat dry with paper towels. Transfer to a mixing bowl and add minced garlic, salt, black pepper, chili powder, onion powder, and garlic powder. Mix until evenly coated.

   Time: PT10M

3. Shape Nuggets

   Take small portions of the seasoned chicken and roll them into balls, then gently flatten to a nugget shape about 1‑inch thick.

   Time: PT10M

4. Prepare Coating Stations

   Set up three shallow bowls: one with cornstarch, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs. This assembly line speeds up coating.

   Time: PT5M

5. Coat the Nuggets

   Roll each nugget first in cornstarch, shaking off excess, then dip in the egg wash, and finally coat thoroughly with breadcrumbs. Place coated nuggets on a plate.

   Time: PT10M

6. Cut and Prep Fries

   Peel the potatoes and cut them into ¼‑inch thick sticks. Rinse under cold water, pat dry, and toss with a little salt.

   Time: PT10M

7. Heat Oil

   Fill the deep‑frying pot with vegetable oil to about 2‑3 inches deep. Heat over medium‑high heat until the oil reaches 350°F (175°C).

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 350°F

8. Fry Chicken Nuggets

   Carefully lower a few nuggets into the hot oil using tongs. Fry for 3‑4 minutes, turning once, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

   Time: PT10M

   Temperature: 350°F

9. Fry Fries

   Add the potato sticks in batches. Fry for 5‑7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until crisp and golden. Remove and drain on paper towels, sprinkling with a pinch of salt.

   Time: PT10M

   Temperature: 350°F

10. Serve

    Arrange the crispy chicken nuggets and golden fries on a serving platter. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

    Time: PT5M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

520

Protein

25 g

Carbohydrates

45 g

Fat

25 g

Fiber

4 g