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Buffalo Chicken Nuggets Recipe

Perfectly spiced crispy buffalo chicken nuggets are crispy on the outside and so tender & flavorful on the inside.
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time18 minutes
Total Time48 minutes
Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 -6 servings
Calories: 892kcal
Author: Andrea

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. - 1 1/2 lbs. boneless skinless chicken breasts or tenders cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 3/4 c. Frank's Red Hot Buffalo Sauce original NOT hot, unless you want it spicy
  • 1 c. all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp. garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp. paprika
  • 1/2 tsp. coarse salt
  • 1/4 tsp. ground black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp. dried parsley
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 tbsp. buttermilk
  • 3 c. corn flakes cereal crushed into coarse crumbs
  • Oil for spraying avocado, sunflower, safflower etc.

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl combine the chicken and buffalo sauce. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 24 hours.
  • In a shallow dish whisk together the flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and parsley.
  • In a second shallow dish whisk together the eggs and buttermilk.
  • In a third shallow dish add the crushed corn flakes.
  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
  • Piece by piece, dip the chicken into the flour, then the egg mixture, and roll (gently pressing) in the cornflakes. Place nuggets on a lined baking sheet. Lightly spray with oil.
  • Bake for 18-22 minutes or until they reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees, and are golden brown and crispy. Remove from the oven and cool for 5 minutes before serving.
  • Serve with your favorite dressing and veggie sticks.

Nutrition

Calories: 892kcal | Carbohydrates: 196g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 83mg | Sodium: 1575mg | Potassium: 443mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 3611IU | Vitamin C: 38mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 55mg