Description
Spicy Chicken Nuggets are a delicious and flavorful twist on the classic chicken nugget, perfect for those who love a bit of heat in their meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the flour, paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs.
- Place the breadcrumbs in a third bowl.
- Dip each piece of chicken in the flour mixture, then the egg, and finally coat with breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Fry the chicken nuggets until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to control the spiciness.
- These nuggets can be baked instead of fried for a healthier option.
- Serve with ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 nuggets
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Spicy Chicken Nuggets, Chicken Nuggets, Spicy Food, Appetizer