Brazilian recipe
Homemade Crispy Chicken Nuggets Recipe (Receita de nuggets de frango)
Enjoy crispy and tasty homemade chicken nuggets! A simple recipe using chicken breast, perfect for quick snacks and meals. Learn how now!
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Ingredients
1 kg of chicken breast fillets (boneless and skinless)
1 litre of water
2 chicken stock cubes
2 eggs
Oregano to taste
Salt to taste
Breadcrumbs
Oil for frying
1 litre of water
2 chicken stock cubes
2 eggs
Oregano to taste
Salt to taste
Breadcrumbs
Oil for frying
Where to find ingredients
En irish markets, look for chicken breast fillets in the fresh meat section, chicken stock in the soups and stocks aisle, eggs in the dairy section, and breadcrumbs in the baking or bread aisle. Vegetable oils can be found in the cooking oils aisle or section.
Preparation method
- Place the water in a pot and add the chicken stock cubes.
- Bring the pot to the boil until the water boils.
- Cut the chicken breast into cubes of the desired size.
- Add the chicken cubes to the boiling water and cook for 5 minutes.
- Remove the chicken from the pot, drain well, and let cool for a few minutes.
- While the chicken cools, beat the eggs in a bowl with oregano and salt.
- Dip each cooked chicken piece into the beaten eggs mix.
- Then, coat the chicken in breadcrumbs, covering all sides.
- Heat enough oil to cover the nuggets in a high-sided pan.
- Fry the coated nuggets for 2 to 3 minutes or until golden and crispy.
- Remove the fried nuggets from the pan and drain excess oil on paper towels.
Observations
Chicken nuggets are a popular snack and a versatile option for quick meals and treats. This homemade recipe uses chicken breast, offering a tastier and more ingredient-controlled alternative to commercial versions. It appeals to both adults and children, making it ideal for an appetizer, side dish, or light main course.
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