Who doesn’t love chicken nuggets? They’re crispy, juicy, and dangerously addictive. But here’s the twist—you don’t need to order takeout to enjoy them. With just potatoes + chicken breast, you can recreate that golden, crunchy nugget magic right at home. And honestly? These homemade nuggets are 10x better than fast food. I tried this recipe out of curiosity, and wow—it’s now my go-to snack.
The outside is perfectly crispy, while the inside stays juicy and tender. Dip them in ketchup, mayo, or sweet chili sauce, and you’ll keep coming back for “just one more”… until the whole plate is gone.
Homemade Crispy Chicken Nuggets (Better Than Takeout!)
Ingredients
- 2 medium potatoes
- 250 g chicken breast
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp flour
- 1 egg
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare the potatoes – Peel and boil the potatoes until soft. Mash them into a smooth paste and set aside.
- Blend the chicken – Cut chicken breast into small pieces and blend (or finely chop) until it becomes a smooth mixture.
- Mix it up – In a bowl, combine mashed potatoes, chicken, salt, black pepper, cornstarch, flour, and egg. Stir until everything comes together into a sticky dough.
- Shape the nuggets – Take small portions of the mixture and shape them into nugget-sized pieces. You can go classic rectangle shapes, or have fun with different sizes!
- Fry until golden – Heat oil in a pan and fry the nuggets until they’re crispy and golden brown on both sides.
- Serve & dip – Enjoy your nuggets with ketchup, mayo, or any dipping sauce you love.
- Super easy with basic ingredients.
- Healthier and fresher than frozen nuggets.
- Crispy outside, tender inside—just like (or even better than) McDonald’s!
Q&A: Homemade Crispy Chicken Nuggets 🍗✨
Q: Can I bake these nuggets instead of frying?
A: Yes! Bake at 200°C (400°F) for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway, for a healthier version.
Q: Do I have to use potatoes in the mix?
A: Potatoes make the nuggets softer inside, but you can replace them with breadcrumbs for a firmer bite.
Q: How do I keep the nuggets crispy after frying?
A: Place them on a wire rack instead of paper towels, so the bottom doesn’t get soggy.
Q: Can I freeze the nuggets for later?
A: Absolutely! Shape them, freeze on a tray, then transfer to a bag. Fry or bake straight from frozen.
Q: What dipping sauce goes best with these nuggets?
A: Classic ketchup is great, but honey mustard, spicy mayo, or garlic aioli make them even better!
These crispy potato chicken nuggets are a total crowd-pleaser. Whether you’re cooking for kids, friends, or just yourself on a lazy day, they’ll disappear in no time. Next time you crave nuggets, skip the drive-thru—make them at home and thank yourself later!
