Ingredients
For the Nugget Mixture:
1 lb halal chicken breast (finely chopped or ground)
1 egg
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
2 tbsp all-purpose flour (or almond flour)
½ cup breadcrumbs
Optional: ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
For Coating:
½ cup flour
1 beaten egg
1 cup breadcrumbs
Optional Add-Ins:
Paprika, cumin, chili flakes, or parsley for extra flavor
Grated zucchini or carrots (sneak in veggies for kids!)
Instructions
Instructions:
In a bowl, mix ground halal chicken with spices, egg, flour, and breadcrumbs.
Form into small nugget shapes using damp hands.
Dredge each nugget in flour, then dip in egg, and coat with breadcrumbs.
Choose one of the following cooking methods:
Air Fryer Method:
Preheat air fryer to 380°F (195°C).
Spray nuggets lightly with oil.
Air fry for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Oven Method:
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Bake on parchment-lined tray for 20 minutes, flipping once.
Broil for 2–3 minutes for extra crisp.
Pan-Fried Method:
Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Fry for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown.
Drain on paper towels.
Notes
Freeze uncooked nuggets for up to 3 months—great for meal prep.
Gluten-free option: use almond flour and gluten-free breadcrumbs.
Keep flavor simple for toddlers or spice it up for adults.
Pair with ranch, garlic sauce, or honey mustard.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Appetizer
- Method: Air Fryer, Oven, Skillet
- Cuisine: American, Halal
- Diet: Halal
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5–6 nuggets
- Calories: 270 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 95mg