McDonald’s Chicken Nuggets

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground Chicken (fresh, preferably 93% lean)
• 1 tbsp All-Purpose Flour (sifted)
• 1/2 tsp Salt (kosher or table salt)
• 1 tsp Paprika (sweet paprika)

Instructions

1. Combine Ingredients

   Place the ground chicken in a mixing bowl. Add the flour, salt, and paprika. Mix gently with a spatula until the seasoning is evenly distributed.

   Time: PT5M

2. Shape Nuggets

   With lightly wet hands, form the mixture into bite‑size nuggets (about 1‑inch cubes). Place them on a parchment‑lined tray, leaving a little space between each piece.

   Time: PT5M

3. Freeze to Firm

   Transfer the tray to the freezer and let the nuggets chill for 30 minutes. This step helps them hold their shape during frying.

   Time: PT30M

4. Heat Oil

   Pour enough oil into the skillet to reach a depth of about 1‑2 inches. Heat the oil over medium‑high heat until it reaches 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. Fry for 4‑5 minutes, turning once, until they are golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

   Time: PT6M

   Temperature: 350°F

6. Drain and Rest

   Remove the nuggets with tongs and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil. Let them rest for a minute before serving.

   Time: PT2M

7. Serve

   Serve the hot nuggets with your favorite dipping sauce (ketchup, honey mustard, BBQ, etc.).

   Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

282

Protein

25 g

Carbohydrates

0.5 g

Fat

5 g

Fiber

0 g