Homemade McDonald’s Chicken Nuggets

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground Chicken (preferably 85% lean, no skin)
• 1/2 cup Club Soda (Cold, carbonated for light texture)
• 1 cup All-Purpose Flour (sifted, provides the batter coating)
• 2 quarts Neutral Cooking Oil (for deep‑frying; canola, vegetable, or peanut oil)

Instructions

1. Combine Meat and Batter Ingredients

   Place the ground chicken in a large mixing bowl. Add the club soda and 1 cup of sifted flour. Mix gently with a spatula until just combined; the batter should be slightly sticky but not over‑mixed.

   Time: PT5M

2. Shape Nuggets

   With damp hands, scoop about 1‑inch pieces of the mixture and roll them into nugget‑shaped bites (approximately 1‑inch cubes). Place each nugget onto a parchment‑lined baking sheet.

   Time: PT10M

3. Freeze Nuggets

   Transfer the baking sheet to the freezer and freeze the nuggets for at least 30 minutes. This firms them up and prevents them from falling apart during frying.

   Time: PT30M

4. Heat Oil

   Fill the deep fryer or pot with enough oil to submerge the nuggets (about 2‑3 inches deep). Heat the oil to 350°F (175°C).

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 350°F

5. Fry Nuggets

   Working in small batches, carefully lower the frozen nuggets into the hot oil using tongs. Fry for 3‑4 minutes, or until golden‑brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove with tongs and place on paper towels to drain.

   Time: PT8M

   Temperature: 350°F

6. Serve

   Allow the nuggets to rest for 1‑2 minutes, then serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

1240

Protein

20g per serving

Carbohydrates

15g per serving

Fat

15g per serving

Fiber

1g per serving