Crispy, Battered Chicken Nuggets

11 ingredients
6 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken breast (boneless, skinless, cut into 2 inch pieces)
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 2 tablespoons dry sherry
  • 1 tablespoon peanut oil (or vegetable oil)
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • peanut oil (for frying)

Directions

  1. 1
    Instructions.
  2. 2
    Fill fryer or heavy bottomed pot with at least 2 inches of peanut oil. Bring to 350 degrees F.
  3. 3
    Combine remaining ingredients except chicken in a medium bowl and whisk until smooth.
  4. 4
    Add chicken and toss to coat. Let sit in fridge while oil heats up (10 minutes).
  5. 5
    When oil is ready fry the chicken pieces in batches, until golden brown (about 4-5 minutes). Remove chicken from fryer and let drain on a paper towel lined plate.
  6. 6
    Enjoy!

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