Chicken nuggets are so yummy and fun to eat—what kid doesn’t beg for them for dinner? We make our own using white meat chicken coated in cornflakes with a little honey-lemon sauce for dipping—it’s a healthier alternative to what you get handed to you through your car window.
Recipe information
Yield
serves 4 kids or 2 adults
Ingredients
Preparation
Step 1
To make the dipping sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the honey and lemon juice.
Step 2
Season the chicken with the 1 teaspoon salt and pepper. Place the egg and cornflakes in separate bowls. Coat each chicken nugget with the egg, letting the excess egg drip back into the bowl. Coat the nuggets with the cornflakes. Set aside on a plate.
Step 3
Heat 1/2 inch of canola oil to 375°F in a deep skillet. Fry the nuggets, turning once, for 3 to 4 minutes per side, or until golden and cooked through. Transfer the nuggets to a paper towel–lined plate to drain. Season immediately with additional salt (if using) and serve accompanied by the honey-lemon dipping sauce.
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Step 4
You can make extras for the grown-ups to nibble on with drinks, too. Try making The Lady & Sons Honey Mustard Sauce for the big kids to dip with. In a small bowl combine 3/4 cup mayonnaise, 3 tablespoons honey, 2 tablespoons yellow mustard, 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice, 2 tablespoons orange juice, and horseradish to taste. Stir, then cover and chill for 2 to 3 hours before serving.
