Jalapeño Buttermilk Crispy Chicken Nuggets with Avocado Ranch

"crispy chicken nuggets made with marinated, all-white meat chicken breast, coated in a breading of breadcrumbs and crispy tortilla chips. The chicken is marinated in a jalapeño buttermilk mixture before being breaded and fried. Served with a side of homemade avocado ranch."

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8/6/2025

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Crunchy, tender chicken nuggets marinated in a spicy jalapeño buttermilk soak, coated in a flavorful mix of breadcrumbs and crispy tortilla chips, then golden fried to perfection. Paired with a creamy, zesty homemade avocado ranch, these nuggets bring bold Tex-Mex flavors and satisfying crunch to every bite—perfect for snacking or sharing!

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Name: Jalapeño Buttermilk Crispy Chicken Nuggets with Avocado Ranch
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into nugget-sized pieces; 1 cup buttermilk; 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1 tsp salt, divided; ½ tsp black pepper; 1 ½ cups plain breadcrumbs; 1 ½ cups crushed crispy tortilla chips; Vegetable oil, for frying For Avocado Ranch:; 1 ripe avocado; ½ cup mayonnaise; ¼ cup sour cream; ¼ cup buttermilk; 1 tbsp fresh lime juice; 1 clove garlic, minced; 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped; 1 tsp dried dill; Salt and black pepper, to taste

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