Brazilian recipe
Homemade Crispy Chicken Nuggets (Receita de nuggets de frango)
Whip up these crispy, flavorful homemade chicken nuggets in your own kitchen. This simple and straightforward recipe is a perfect go-to for quick snacks or light meals.
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Ingredients
1 kg boneless, skinless chicken breast
1 litre water
2 chicken bouillon cubes
2 eggs
Oregano to taste
Salt to taste
Breadcrumbs
Oil for frying
1 litre water
2 chicken bouillon cubes
2 eggs
Oregano to taste
Salt to taste
Breadcrumbs
Oil for frying
Where to find ingredients
Find fresh chicken breast at local butcher shops or supermarket meat counters. Standard breadcrumbs and bouillon cubes are available in the dry goods aisle of any local grocery store.
Preparation method
- Pour the water into a saucepan and add the chicken bouillon cubes.
- Place the pan over medium-high heat and bring to a boil.
- Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized cubes.
- Add the chicken cubes to the boiling water and cook for 5 minutes.
- Remove the chicken from the pan, drain well, and allow it to cool for a few minutes.
- While the chicken is cooling, whisk the eggs in a bowl with oregano and salt.
- Dip each piece of cooked chicken into the beaten egg mixture.
- Coat the chicken evenly on all sides with the breadcrumbs.
- Heat enough oil for deep-frying in a pan over high heat.
- Fry the breaded nuggets for 2 to 3 minutes, or until they turn golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the fried nuggets from the pan and drain the excess oil on paper towels.
Observations
Chicken nuggets are a classic snack and a versatile choice for a quick meal. By preparing them at home using fresh chicken breast, you create a much tastier option with full control over the ingredients, unlike store-bought processed versions. This recipe is a crowd-pleaser for both adults and children, making it an excellent starter, side dish, or light main course.
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