Name: How to cook Chicken Goujons
Ingredients: chicken goujons

Ingredients

chicken goujons

Introduction

Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside—chicken goujons are a family favourite and a versatile option for quick midweek meals or casual dinners. In this simple step-by-step guide, we’ll show you exactly how to cook chicken goujons to golden perfection using a frying pan. Whether you’re using freshly prepared or ready-made goujons, proper cooking technique makes all the difference. From preheating your pan to reaching the ideal internal temperature of 72°C, we cover everything you need to know for juicy, flavourful chicken every time. Before you begin, remember to remove your chicken goujons from the packaging and pat them dry for the best results.

Method

Remember to remove your chicken goujons out of the packaging, pat dry before cooking
Choose a heavy based frying pan and pre heat to a high temperature
Season the chicken just prior to cooking with sea salt
Heat 1 teaspoon light olive oil or clarified butter until very hot in fry pan
Place the goujons flat on the pan and cook for 2 to 3 minutes over high heat on both sides
Reduce heat to medium and carry on cooking for another 3 to 4 minutes until the meat is firm to touch minimum 72 oc core temperature
Finish by adding a knob of butter to the pan

Air Frying Instructions

Remove your chicken goujons from the packaging and pat them dry before cooking.
Preheat your air fryer to 200°C.
Lightly season the goujons with sea salt.
Place them into the air fryer basket, making sure they are not touching to allow hot air to circulate.
Lightly spray with olive oil for extra crispness if desired.
Cook at 200°C for 8-10 minutes, turning halfway through.
Ensure a minimum core temperature of 72°C is reached before serving.