Forget store-bought, frozen nuggets! This kid (and adult) approved homemade chicken nuggets recipe is so easy, and the secret is that crispy potato chip coating!
1 ¼ pounds (566g) skinless, boneless chicken breast or thighs
5 ounces (141g) favorite potato chips, 3 heaping cups
1 large egg, see notes
Nonstick cooking spray or olive oil
1Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, foil, or a silicone baking mat. See below for using an air fryer.
2Add the potato chips to a resealable bag, then crush them into bits using a rolling pin. You can also add to a food processor and pulse until crumbled. Add the crushed potato chip crumbles to a wide bowl.
3Beat the egg in a separate bowl.
4Cut the chicken into 1-inch pieces (about 24 pieces).
5With one hand, dip a piece of chicken into the beaten egg. Shake any excess egg off to prevent soggy nuggets. Roll the chicken into the crushed potato chips with your other hand or kitchen tongs and place them onto the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining pieces of chicken.
6Spray the tops of the chicken with nonstick cooking spray or add a drizzle of olive oil.
7Bake for 15 minutes, flip, and then bake until an internal thermometer inserted into the chicken reads 165°F, another 8 to 12 minutes more.
1Place the coated chicken nuggets in your air fryer basket in a single layer. Spray them lightly with cooking spray. Air fry at 390°F for 4 minutes. Shake the basket, spray lightly again, then air fry for another 3 to 5 minutes (or until golden brown).