These fresh chicken nuggets are given a quick pan-fry before finishing up in the oven.
The result is juicy nuggets with a crispy cornmeal coating, served with a pomegranate salsa for a refreshing and satisfying meal.
The holidays have visited and have left much too abruptly. I am not quite sure exactly why this seems to happen, but I seem to be left in the dust. I wish time would slow down just a bit.
I really did not have this in mind at all when I began de-boning the chicken thighs; though I got to thinking about fun food and this popped into my head. I also had a bunch of pomegranate seeds to find some use for and that is how the salsa was born.
Fresh Chicken Nuggets & Pomegranate Salsa
- Total Time: 40 minutes
Ingredients
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Fresh Chicken Nuggets:
- 2 lbs. boneless - skinless chicken thighs - cut into chunks
- 1 cup flour
- 1/2 cup cornmeal
- 1 tsp. sugar
- 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1 tsp. black pepper
- 1 tsp. curry
- 1/2 tsp. turmeric
- 1/2 tsp. paprika
- Canola oil for frying
Pomegranate Salsa:
- 1 cup of Pomegranate Seeds - cooked or raw
- 1 jalapeño - grilled
- 1/2 sweet onion - grilled
- 1/2 vine ripe tomato - grilled
- 1/4 cup Cilantro
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1 tsp. black pepper
- 1 tbs. vinegar
- 1 tsp. sugar
- 1 cloves garlic
- 2 tbs. olive oil
Instructions
Fresh Chicken Nuggets:
- Preheat Oven 350 degrees.
- Combine all of the dry ingredients in a bowl and add the chicken pieces. Toss the pieces to coat as evenly as possible.
- Heat a large frying pan with 1/4 inch of canola oil. Add a few coated chicken pieces, but do not overcrowd the pan.
- When the chicken is golden on one side, 2 or 3 minutes; flip the pieces get the pieces golden on the other side. Place the pieces in a baking pan to finish cooking.
- Bake about 25 - 30 minutes.
Pomegranate Salsa:
- Combine all of the above in a food processor and give a few good chops.
- Serve with the chicken pieces and cilantro for garnish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
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Enjoy with Love,
Catherine
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Comedy Plus says
You fix the most wonderful dishes. I'm always drooling when I visit here.
Have a fabulous weekend honey. Big hugs. ♥♥♥
Wanda says
My mouth waters every time I come to your kitchen. I just bought chicken thighs at Costco today...Hummmm guess I'll have to try this.
Dottie Sauchelli Balin says
Dear Catherine,
This dish must have a ton of flavors! I like the idea of the pomegranate salsa with the chicken nuggets. It is always fun to eat finger foods and I love to do the dip thing. The chicken looks so moist and incredibly delicious! Every time I visit you always have such interesting and yummy foods that are also inviting. Thanks for sharing. Have a great Sunday! Blessings...
Dottie 🙂
Angie@Angie's Recipes says
These chicken nuggets look soooooooo good!
tanna says
These look WAY better than the nuggets the nuggets the boys love!!! 😉 blessings and hugs ~ tanna
Wendy, A Day in the Life on the Farm says
Your salsa sounds lovely.
Nee says
Hi Catherine , boy , do these nuggets look delicious , the salsa together with the cornbread coated nuggets is the cat' meow. Have a blessed Sunday ....~Nee~ 🙂
Ginny Hartzler says
Oh yum! I eat nuggets a lot, and this is a healthy spin. And our grocery store sells boneless thighs!
Ordinary J says
These chicken wings look so delicious!!! I love chicken wings. But I had never had pomegranate salsa. You really are creative in terms of making good use of pomegranate:)
Thao @ In Good Flavor says
These nuggets look so good and sound so flavorful with the combination of spices you used.
Big Daddy Dave says
Catherine... Those are some great looking chicken nuggets! Never thought about pomegranate salsa. I'd probably just use Tabasco on the chicken but my wife would definitely go for your salsa! Take Care, Big Daddy Dave
speedy70 says
Un'altra ghiottissima ricetta qua da te.... che bontà cara!!!
sandie says
Catherine - do you think these recipes up yourself - I never would have thought of doing all this.
Mary Frances says
THAT SALSA.
I need it in my life asap. Such a genius and delicious way to prepare chicken!
Amy @ Ms. Toody Goo Shoes says
The chicken nuggets caught my eye, but then the pomegranate salsa with cilantro just put this over the top for me! Pinning! Can't wait to try this. Happy New Year, Catherine and Tammy!
Jerry E. Beuterbaugh says
Well, you've got my mouth watering again. Happy?
la cucina di Molly says
Che ricetta invitante, adoro le pepite di pollo, con la salsa al melograno sono fantastiche! Felice Anno Nuovo Catherine, un abbraccio!
Giovanna @ Love, Thyme and Honey says
Fun! I really like chicken nuggets but I'm always concerned about purchasing convenience foods... Your recipe is perfect because I can have the delicious chicken nuggets while keeping my peace of mind. ":) Thanks!
Queen of Spices says
Love chicken nuggets when made at home with love and care. Perfect finger food.
Pam says
I have a feeling these nuggets taste AMAZING with that salsa!
Vashti Quiroz-Vega says
Hello! Wow! That chicken looks scrumptious! I can't wait to try this recipe. Pinned it! 😀
Alice Seuffert says
That salsa sounds amazing, great idea to pair with the chicken!
Jennie says
Oh my these look so good! Pomegranate salsa looks so good!
Apple Pie at Sisterswives.com says
Always looking for a new type of salsa so I want to give this a try. Pinned!
Thanks!
Laura@Baking in Pyjamas says
Such a delicious looking meal, my mouth is watering. Thanks for linking up to Sweet and Savoury Sunday, stop by and link up again. Have a great day!!
Miz Helen says
I love your Pomegranate Salsa, can't wait to try this recipe. Thanks so much for sharing with Full Plate Thursday and have a great weekend.
Come Back Soon!
Miz Helen
Michelle says
Great salsa to pair with chicken nuggets. Nice change from BBQ sauce and honey mustard.