Goldfish Chicken Nuggets
Elevate your snack game with these irresistible Goldfish Chicken Nuggets—a playful twist on the classic chicken nugget recipe! Featuring tender, bite-sized chicken pieces coated in a crunchy shell made from everyone’s favorite cheddar Goldfish crackers, this dish is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for kids and adults alike. The nuggets are seasoned with a blend of garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and a touch of salt and pepper for bold, savory flavor in every bite. Perfectly golden and fried to crispy perfection, these homemade nuggets come together in just 30 minutes, making them a quick and satisfying option for weeknight dinners, game-day spreads, or anytime snacking. Serve them piping hot with your favorite dipping sauces for an unforgettable, cheesy crunch experience that will have everyone reaching for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Chicken breasts
- 2 cups Goldfish crackers (cheddar flavor)
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 Eggs
- 2 tablespoons Milk
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 cups Cooking oil (for frying)
Instructions
Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized nuggets, roughly 1.5-inch pieces.
Place the Goldfish crackers in a food processor and pulse until they form fine crumbs. Alternatively, place them in a zip-top bag and crush with a rolling pin. Transfer to a shallow bowl.
In another shallow bowl, mix the all-purpose flour with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
In a third shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until fully combined.
Dredge each piece of chicken in the seasoned flour, ensuring it's fully coated. Shake off excess flour.
Dip the floured chicken pieces into the egg mixture, making sure they are evenly coated.
Press each piece of chicken into the crushed Goldfish crumbs, ensuring a thick, even coating.
In a deep skillet or frying pan, heat the cooking oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). Use a kitchen thermometer to monitor the temperature.
Carefully add the coated chicken nuggets to the hot oil in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the nuggets are golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Transfer the cooked nuggets to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauces, such as ranch, honey mustard, or barbecue sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6445 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 540.3 g | 693% | |
| Saturated Fat | 82.3 g | 412% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 787 mg | 262% | |
| Sodium | 4850 mg | 211% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 213.4 g | 78% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.0 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.1 g | ||
| Protein | 184.0 g | 368% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.4 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 325 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 14.0 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 578 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
