Description
Crispy Chicken Nugget with Fries is the ultimate golden, crunchy combo! This easy homemade recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, packed with flavor, and air fryer–friendly. Delicious, fast, and better than takeout!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large chicken breasts, cut into nugget-sized pieces
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs (for extra crunch)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 3 large russet potatoes, peeled and cut into fries
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (or avocado oil for healthier option)
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (for fries)
- Dipping sauces like ketchup, ranch, or honey mustard (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F or set your air fryer to 400°F.
- Coat the chicken pieces first in flour, then dip in beaten egg, and finally roll in panko breadcrumbs.
- Arrange chicken nuggets on a parchment-lined baking sheet or air fryer basket.
- Toss fries in olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, and onion powder for extra flavor.
- Spread the fries evenly on a baking tray or place in a separate air fryer basket.
- Bake nuggets for 18–20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Bake or air fry the fries for 20–25 minutes, shaking halfway for even crisping.
- Serve the crispy chicken nugget with fries hot, with your favorite dipping sauces.
- This chicken nugget with fries recipe is perfect for a family dinner or game-day snack!
Notes
- For extra crispiness, spray the nuggets and fries lightly with cooking spray before baking.
- You can use sweet potatoes instead of russet for a healthier twist on your chicken nugget with fries.
- Panko breadcrumbs make a big difference—don’t substitute with regular crumbs for this recipe.
- Use an instant-read thermometer to ensure nuggets reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snacks
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (¼ of total recipe)
- Calories: 410 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
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