Description
These Homemade BBQ Chip Chicken Nuggets are a crispy, flavorful twist on classic chicken nuggets. Coated with crushed BBQ chips and seasoned with BBQ sauce and seasoning, they offer a perfect balance of smoky and tangy flavors. Baked to a golden crisp, these nuggets are perfect for a quick snack or casual meal, served with your favorite dipping sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Coating
- 1.5 lbs (680g) chicken breast, cut into 1.5-inch pieces
- 1/3 cup (80ml) BBQ sauce
- 2 tablespoons (30g) BBQ seasoning (e.g., Jack Daniel’s Pork Rub)
- 2 (7.75 oz) bags regular BBQ chips
Serving
- Chick-Fil-A sauce, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
- Crush BBQ Chips: In a blender or food processor, pulse the BBQ chips until they resemble the size of panko breadcrumbs. Transfer the crushed chips to a shallow bowl for coating.
- Season Chicken: In a medium bowl, combine the chicken pieces with the BBQ sauce and BBQ seasoning. Stir well to evenly coat each piece.
- Coat Chicken Pieces: Roll each seasoned chicken piece in the crushed BBQ chips, pressing gently to ensure the coating adheres well. Arrange the coated nuggets on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake Nuggets: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12-16 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked through and the coating turns crispy and golden.
- Serve: Remove the nuggets from the oven and serve immediately with Chick-Fil-A sauce or your preferred dipping sauce.
Notes
- Ensure chicken pieces are uniformly sized to cook evenly.
- Press the crushed chips firmly on the chicken to improve coating adherence.
- For extra crispiness, you can broil the nuggets for 1-2 minutes after baking—watch closely to avoid burning.
- Use gluten-free BBQ chips if you need a gluten-free version.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the oven to maintain crispiness.
