Chicken Nuggets
Make, Freeze & Cook 3 WaysCrispy outside, juicy inside. 🤤Perfect Ramadan prep — make a big batch, freeze, and cook fresh anytime for Iftar ✨
Ingredients
For Nuggets:
- 500 grams chicken mince
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp oil
For Coating:
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup crushed cornflakes
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Prepare nugget mixture:
- In a bowl mix chicken mince, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, cornflour, egg, and oil.
- Mix well until sticky and combined.
Shape nuggets:
- Take small portions and shape them into nuggets (round or oval).
Prepare coating:
- In three separate bowls keep flour with salt and pepper, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs mixed with crushed cornflakes.
Coat nuggets:
- Roll each nugget in flour, dip in egg, then coat with breadcrumb mixture.
- Place on a tray.
Freeze:
- Arrange nuggets on a tray without touching and freeze for about 2 hours.
- Transfer to airtight containers or zip bags and store for up to 1 month.
Cook from frozen:
- Deep-fry method.
- Heat oil on medium heat and fry nuggets until golden and crispy.
- Preheat the air fryer to 200°C and cook for 12–15 minutes, turning halfway.
- Preheat oven to 200°C and bake for 18–22 minutes, flipping halfway.
Serve:
- Serve hot with ketchup, mayo, or your favourite dip.
Notes
Pro Tips:
✔ Freeze nuggets separately first to avoid sticking.
✔ Cornflakes give extra crunch to the coating.
✔ Do not thaw before cooking for best texture.
✔ Air frying is a healthier alternative to deep frying.
✔ Perfect for meal prep and quick snacks.
✔ Cornflakes give extra crunch to the coating.
✔ Do not thaw before cooking for best texture.
✔ Air frying is a healthier alternative to deep frying.
✔ Perfect for meal prep and quick snacks.
