Prepared with bite-sized chicken pieces and gluten-free flour, these simple chicken nuggets are pan-fried with olive oil and finished with butter for a wonderful flavor and crust.
Ingredients
How to make it
1
In food processor, pulse POPCORNERS® Sea Salt until finely ground. Transfer to shallow dish.
2
In another shallow dish, whisk together gluten-free flour, salt and pepper.
3
In third shallow dish, whisk together egg, hot sauce and Worcestershire sauce.
4
Dredge chicken in flour mixture, dip in egg mixture and coat in crushed POPCORNERS®. Transfer to parchment paper–lined baking tray. Let stand for 10 minutes (this will help dry out and set the crust for a crispy coating).
5
Meanwhile, preheat oven to 400°F.
6
In large skillet set over medium heat, heat oil. Cook breaded chicken, flipping once, for 4 to 6 minutes or until golden brown. Transfer to another parchment paper–lined baking tray.
7
Bake for 8 to 10 min or until cooked through. Drizzle with melted butter before serving.
Tips & Tricks
Serve chicken nuggets with your favorite sauce for dipping like barbecue sauce, Buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, salsa, plum sauce or honey mustard.
Substitute gluten-free flour with regular all-purpose flour if preferred.