Description
These Spiced Indian Chicken Nuggets are a flavorful twist on the classic snack, featuring tender chicken marinated in aromatic Indian spices and yogurt, then coated in a crispy bread crumb crust and deep-fried to golden perfection. Perfect as an appetizer or party snack, they bring a delightful combination of spice and crunch that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Marinade
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons yogurt
- 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder
- ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- ½ teaspoon ground pepper
Breading
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 cup bread crumbs
- Oil for deep frying
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Cut the chicken breast into 1-inch pieces. In a bowl, combine the chicken pieces with yogurt, minced garlic, garam masala, chili powder, turmeric powder, salt, and ground pepper. Mix well to ensure all pieces are coated evenly. Let the mixture marinate for 10-15 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Coat the Chicken: In a separate bowl, mix the all-purpose flour and salt. Dip each marinated chicken piece first into the flour mixture, then into the beaten egg, and finally coat thoroughly with bread crumbs. Ensure every nugget is well covered to develop a crispy crust. Place the coated nuggets in the refrigerator for 10 minutes to help the coating set.
- Fry the Nuggets: Heat oil in a deep frying pan or deep fryer to an appropriate temperature for frying (around 350°F or 175°C). Carefully place the coated chicken nuggets in the hot oil, frying them until they turn golden brown and are cooked through, which should take about 4-5 minutes depending on size. Remove and drain the nuggets on paper towels to absorb excess oil.
- Serve: Arrange the spiced chicken nuggets on a serving plate and serve hot with your choice of dips such as mint chutney, ketchup, or a spicy yogurt sauce for an authentic Indian snack experience.
Notes
- Adjust the chili powder to control the spice level according to your preference.
- Ensure oil is hot enough before frying to prevent the nuggets from absorbing excess oil and becoming greasy.
- Use fresh bread crumbs for the best crispy texture; panko breadcrumbs can be used as an alternative for extra crunch.
- Marinating time can be extended to up to 1 hour for more intense flavor.
- These nuggets can be baked instead of fried for a healthier alternative, using a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for about 20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Indian
