Description
Crispy chicken nuggets with a golden crust and juicy center, paired with a creamy, sweet, and tangy Raisins Cane’s sauce that’s perfect for dipping.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken thighs or tenders, cut into nugget-sized pieces
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon raisin paste or purée
Instructions
- Set up a dredging station with three bowls: one with flour and cornstarch, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs seasoned with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Dip each chicken piece into the flour mixture, then the eggs, then the breadcrumbs. Ensure each piece is evenly coated.
- Heat about 1 inch of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
- Fry chicken nuggets in batches for 3–4 minutes per side or until golden and cooked through. Avoid overcrowding the pan.
- Transfer cooked nuggets to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, black pepper, and raisin purée until smooth.
- Serve nuggets warm with the sauce on the side for dipping.
Notes
- Use panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch.
- Let coated nuggets rest 5 minutes before frying to help coating adhere.
- The sauce tastes better after chilling for 30 minutes.
- Can be baked or air-fried for a lighter option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
Keywords: crispy chicken nuggets, homemade nuggets, raising cane's sauce, kid friendly chicken, easy dinner recipe