Description
Crispy parmesan chicken nuggets offer golden crunch with cheesy flavor in every bite. They’re a family-friendly option that feels both familiar and elevated.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
Cooking Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
- Cut 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts into bite-sized chunks. Thoroughly blot each piece with paper towels to remove excess moisture, helping the coating adhere perfectly.
- Create two separate breading stations. In the first bowl, whisk 2 large eggs with ½ tsp salt and ¼ tsp pepper. In the second bowl, combine 1 cup breadcrumbs, 1 cup Parmesan cheese, 1 tsp garlic powder, and 1 tsp dried oregano.
- Submerge each chicken chunk into the egg mixture, ensuring complete coverage. Immediately transfer the egg-coated piece to the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to create a thick, even coating.
- Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat (375°F). Carefully place coated chicken pieces into the hot oil, avoiding overcrowding.
- Fry nuggets for 3-4 minutes per side, rotating to achieve a uniform golden-brown exterior. Check internal temperature reaches 165°F for safe consumption.
- Remove nuggets using tongs and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Allow to rest for 2-3 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Always pat chicken super dry before breading to help the coating stick perfectly and create a crispier exterior.
- For extra crunch, add panko breadcrumbs instead of traditional breadcrumbs for a lighter, more textured coating.
- Keep the skillet at a consistent medium heat to ensure even browning without burning the delicate Parmesan breading.
- When batch cooking, avoid overcrowding the pan so each nugget gets golden and crisp on all sides.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Chicken
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 to 4
- Calories: 444 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 570 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 42 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg