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Chicken Nuggets With Fries​

Chicken Nuggets with Fries: A Classic Comfort Meal

Chicken nuggets with fries is a popular comfort food that has become a staple in households, fast food menus, and parties worldwide. The crispy, tender chicken nuggets paired with golden, seasoned fries offer a satisfying combination of textures and flavors. It's a versatile dish that can be customized with various dipping sauces or seasoning to suit different tastes, making it an ideal meal for kids and adults alike.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • For Chicken Nuggets:
  • 500 g chicken breast cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup flour for dredging
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs preferably panko for extra crunch
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • For Fries:
  • 4 large potatoes peeled and cut into strips
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder optional
  • 1 tsp paprika optional

Equipment

  • Frying pan or deep fryer
  • Oven (optional, for baked fries)
  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet (if baking the fries)
  • Tongs or a slotted spoon (for frying)
  • Knife (for cutting chicken and potatoes)
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. For Chicken Nuggets:
  2. Prepare the Chicken: Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
  3. Coating Process: Set up a dredging station with three shallow bowls. In the first bowl, place the flour. In the second, place the beaten eggs. In the third, place the breadcrumbs.
  4. Coat the Nuggets: Dip each piece of chicken into the flour, then into the egg, and finally coat it with the breadcrumbs. Make sure each piece is fully covered.
  5. Frying: Heat oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken pieces in batches for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove from the pan and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.

Notes

  • Healthier Option: You can bake the chicken nuggets and fries instead of frying them to reduce the amount of oil and fat.
  • Air Fryer: For an even healthier version, use an air fryer for both the nuggets and fries.
  • Spices: Feel free to experiment with the spices in the breading for the chicken or the fries to suit your preferences. Adding cayenne pepper to the chicken nuggets gives them a spicy kick.
  • Freezing: You can prepare the chicken nuggets in advance and freeze them. Simply coat the nuggets and freeze them on a baking sheet before transferring them to a freezer-safe bag. Fry or bake them straight from the freezer when you're ready to eat.
Chicken Nuggets With Fries​
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