Japanese Chicken Nuggets
Japanese chicken nuggets are a popular snack and meal option that originated in Japan but has seen rising popularity in other countries around the world.
Prep Time: 30 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes minutes
Refrigeration Time: 1 hour hour
Total Time: 2 hours hours
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Japanese
Keyword: japanese chicken nuggets
Servings: 2 people
Calories: 300kcal
- 2 Succulent Boneless Chicken Breasts Ready to Dance in the Pan
- Cornflour for the Magical Crispy Coating
- 1/4 Cup of Soy Sauce the Umami Elixir
- White Flour for a Velvety Flourish
- 1.5 Tablespoons of Grated Gingerroot A Zesty Touch of Freshness
- Pepper To Taste, A Dash of Spicy Symphony
- Vegetable Oil the Canvas for Culinary Artistry
- 2 Crushed Garlic Cloves Unleashing Aroma with Every Crush
- Salt To Taste, A Pinch of Ocean Essence
Cut the boneless chicken breasts into bite-sized nuggets. Pat them dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
In a bowl, marinate the chicken pieces with soy sauce. Ensure each nugget is coated evenly. Let them sit in the marinade for at least 15 minutes to absorb the flavors.
In a separate bowl, mix cornflour, white flour, grated ginger, salt, and pepper. Adjust the quantities based on your taste preferences.
Take each marinated chicken piece and coat it thoroughly in the cornflour mixture. Ensure an even coating on all sides.
In a pan, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Make sure there's enough oil to submerge the chicken pieces.
Carefully place the coated chicken nuggets into the hot oil. Fry until they turn golden brown and crispy. This usually takes about 5-7 minutes, depending on the size of the nuggets.
Once fried to perfection, use a slotted spoon to remove the nuggets from the oil. Place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
In a separate pan, sauté crushed garlic until fragrant. Be cautious not to burn it.
Toss the fried chicken nuggets in the sautéed garlic, ensuring each piece gets a hint of garlic flavor.
Serve the Japanese Chicken Nuggets hot, perhaps with a side of soy sauce for dipping. Enjoy the crispy exterior and juicy, flavorful interior.
- Make sure the oil is hot enough before adding the nuggets. If the oil is too cool, the nuggets will be greasy and soggy.
- Don’t overcrowd the fryer. Fry the nuggets in batches so they have enough room to cook evenly.
- If you want to keep the nuggets warm, place them on a baking sheet in a 200°F oven until ready to serve.
- If you don’t have Panko breadcrumbs, you can use regular breadcrumbs or crushed crackers.
- For an extra crispy texture, double-dip the nuggets in the batter and breadcrumbs.
Calories: 300kcal