Gordon Ramsay Chicken Nuggets Recipe
These chicken nuggets are made from fresh chicken breast, marinated for tenderness and flavor, then coated in a seasoned breadcrumb crust and fried or baked until crispy. Unlike store-bought versions, Ramsay’s approach uses simple ingredients for a cleaner, more flavorful result.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 20
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying or Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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2 chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized chunks
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½ cup buttermilk
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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½ teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon black pepper
For the coating:
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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2 eggs, beaten
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1½ cups breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
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½ teaspoon onion powder
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½ teaspoon dried thyme or oregano
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Oil for frying (or spray oil for baking)
Instructions
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Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, combine chicken pieces with buttermilk, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well, cover, and marinate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 4 hours in the fridge).
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Prepare the coating stations: Set up three bowls—one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs mixed with onion powder and herbs.
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Bread the nuggets: Remove chicken from the marinade. Dredge each piece in flour, then egg, then breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
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Cook the nuggets:
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To fry: Heat oil to 175°C (350°F). Fry in batches for 4–5 minutes until golden and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
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To bake: Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Place nuggets on a lined tray, spray with oil, and bake for 20 minutes, flipping halfway.
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Serve hot: Pair with your favorite dipping sauces and sides.