Fried Chicken Nuggets and Cutlets

Ingredients

• 1.5 lb chicken breast
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs
• 1.5 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ cup vegetable oil

Instructions

1. 1

   Cut the 1.5 lb chicken breast into nugget-sized pieces and thin cutlets. Pat dry with paper towels.

2. 2

   Set up three shallow bowls: one with 1 cup flour, one with 2 beaten eggs, and one with 1.5 cups breadcrumbs mixed with 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp paprika, and 1 tsp salt.

3. 3

   Dredge each piece in flour, then dip in egg, then coat with breadcrumb mixture. Press crumbs on firmly.

4. 4

   Heat 0.5 cup vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 2 minutes.

5. 5

   Fry chicken in batches without crowding, turning once, until golden brown and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.

6. 6

   Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Tools you’ll need

• Large skillet
• Shallow bowls
• Tongs
• Paper towels

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