Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts roughly chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 3/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 4 tablespoons cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons water
- 3 cups vegetable oil for frying
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Place the chicken in the food processor and mix until minced. Add spices, cornstarch, and water. Pulse to combine everything.
- Use your hands and a 1-1/2 tablespoon measure to shape the chicken mixture into nuggets and place on a parchment-lined baking tray. Freeze for 25 minutes.
- Heat 3 cups of vegetable oil in a frying pan or deep fryer. Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs. Dip each chicken piece in flour, then egg, and coat with breadcrumbs.
- Fry the nuggets in batches for 5-8 minutes, or until golden brown, flipping halfway through.
- Transfer the nuggets to a paper towel–lined plate to drain briefly, then serve with your favorite dipping sauce.