Description
Sizzling 20-minute skillet bbq chicken nuggets bring restaurant-style flavor right to your kitchen without any fuss. Crispy, tangy bites come together faster than takeout, making dinner a breeze for hungry families craving something quick and delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 18 oz skinless chicken breast
- ½ cup bbq sauce
- ⅓ cup whole grain breadcrumbs
Supporting Ingredients:
- 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Seasoning:
- ½ teaspoon worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Transform 18 oz. chicken breast into 1-inch uniform cubes using a sharp knife for even cooking.
- Combine ½ cup bbq sauce, ⅓ cup breadcrumbs, and ½ teaspoon worcestershire sauce in a mixing bowl, thoroughly coating each chicken piece.
- Pour 4 tablespoons olive oil into a large skillet, heating to medium-high temperature around 375°F until the surface shimmers slightly.
- Carefully arrange chicken nuggets in a single layer without overcrowding, allowing each piece to sear undisturbed for exactly 3 minutes.
- Gently flip nuggets using tongs, continuing to cook for an additional 7-10 minutes at 350°F, rotating periodically to ensure all sides turn golden brown.
- Check internal chicken temperature reaches 165°F using a meat thermometer, confirming complete and safe cooking throughout each nugget.
- Remove nuggets from skillet, letting them rest on a paper towel-lined plate for 2 minutes to absorb excess oil and maintain crispiness.
Notes
- Dice chicken into uniform bite-sized pieces to ensure even cooking and consistent texture throughout the nuggets.
- Let the chicken marinate in the BBQ seasoning for 15-20 minutes before cooking to enhance flavor absorption and tenderness.
- Use a cast-iron skillet or heavy-bottomed pan for the best heat distribution and crispiest exterior on your nuggets.
- Avoid overcrowding the pan, which can steam the chicken instead of creating a nice golden crust, so cook in batches if needed.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 13-18 minutes
- Category: One-Skillet
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3
- Calories: 383 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 458 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 81 mg