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McDonald's Chicken Nuggets

Enjoy homemade McDonald's Chicken Nuggets that are crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, perfect for dipping in your favorite sauces.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 270
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 lb chicken breast boneless and skinless
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1 large egg
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Meat mallet or rolling pin
  • Deep fryer or large pot for frying
  • Cooking thermometer
  • slotted spoon
  • Paper towels for draining

Method
 

  1. Start by cutting the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and egg.
  3. In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Dip each chicken piece into the buttermilk mixture, then roll it in the seasoned flour.
  5. In a deep fryer or large pot, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
  6. Carefully add the coated chicken pieces to the hot oil in batches. Fry them for about 4-5 minutes or until golden brown.
  7. Once golden, use a slotted spoon to remove the nuggets and place them on paper towels.
  8. Serve the nuggets hot with your favorite dipping sauces.

Notes

For extra crunch, let the coated chicken rest for 10 minutes before frying.