If you’ve recently been defeated by a “sharing portion” of McDonald’s nuggets, you might be wondering how to keep them and bring them back to their former glory.
In this article, I personally test every possible method of reheating McNuggets to find out which method rules supreme. In a rush? Here’s the short answer.
The best way to reheat McNuggets is in the oven. Place the nuggets on a wire rack and heat at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes. For best results, lightly spray the nuggets with oil. Avoid placing the nuggets directly on a baking tray as this causes the bottom of the nuggets to go soggy.
Reheating in the oven: The nuggets will at least get crispy in the oven. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees. Place your leftover chicken pieces on a baking sheet and heat them in the oven for 8 to 10 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 120 degrees F.
How to reheat McNuggets under the broiler
Time: 2-3 minutesRating: 6/10
- Preheat the broiler/grill to medium-high heat.
- Optional: microwave the nuggets for 30 seconds*
- Optional: spray the McNuggets with a light coating of cooking oil.
- Place the McNuggets on a wire rack and grill/broil for 2-3 minutes (4 minutes if you didn’t microwave them first).
- Turn halfway through cooking to ensure an even cook on both sides.
* wondering why I would suggest microwaving the nuggets when I’ve just told you to avoid it?!
Well if you combine the convenience of the microwave with the crisping power of the grill, you have a winning reheating method.
The microwave heats up the inside of the nugget and then the heat of the broiler crisps them up. You can skip the microwave step, but then there’s a (very small) risk the outside of the nugget will burn before the inside is piping hot.
Psst… broiling is called grilling in the UK, which is why I use both terms here.
Results: The nuggets were good using this method, I can’t fault the results. But it was a bit fiddly using the microwave first and then also having to flip the nuggets halfway through the grilling process. Just using the grill is decent too.
How to reheat McNuggets in the microwave
Time: 1 minuteRating: 4/10
- Let the McNuggets come to room temperature before microwaving. This ensures that they cook evenly, improving the end result.
- Sprinkle the nuggets with a small amount of water.
- Cook the McNuggets on full power, checking them every 15 seconds.
- Once the McNuggets are piping hot, remove them from the microwave and let them sit for 60 seconds.
I don’t recommend this method if you want crispy nuggets, but I know sometimes the convenience of it is hard to resist.
Beware that any crunch the McNuggets may have had will disappear when using the microwave. And if you overheat them, they will turn into cardboard (literally). This is why I suggest checking on them so often, so you can take them out as soon as they’re hot enough.
Once you remove the McNuggets from the microwave you’ll need to eat them ASAP too. As soon as they start to cool down, they’ll start drying out.
Results: Lots of websites suggest using the microwave to reheat McNuggets, but I honestly question whether they have ever tried this method themselves. I was left with soggy, chewy, and rubbery McNugget-like lumps. There’s no denying it was fast though.
How to reheat Chicken Nuggets
FAQ
Can you eat cooked chicken nuggets the next day?
How do you reheat leftover chicken nuggets?
Can you heat chicken nuggets twice?
Can you reheat chicken nuggets left out overnight?
How do you reheat chicken nuggets?
The best way to reheat chicken nuggets is in an oven. Place the nuggets on an ungreased baking sheet and bake for about 10-15 minutes at 350° F. Turn the nuggets halfway through the heating process to ensure even heating. Since they are fully cooked, they only need to be heated through. But the oven isn’t the only way!
How do you reheat McNuggets?
Here’s the short answer. The best way to reheat McNuggets is in the oven. Place the nuggets on a wire rack and heat at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes. For best results, lightly spray the nuggets with oil. Avoid placing the nuggets directly on a baking tray as this causes the bottom of the nuggets to go soggy.
Can You reheat Chick-FII-a Nuggets?
Reheat Chick-fiI-A Nuggets or Chick-fiI-A Chick-n-Strips within 24 hours of purchase. Chick-fiI-A Nuggets and Chick-fiI-A Chick-n-Strips should be reheated in an oven. Using a microwave to reheat chicken is not recommended. Preheat oven to 325°F. Do not use the original tray to reheat chicken.
Can You reheat chicken nuggets at McDonald’s?
McDonald’s Chicken Nuggets, in particular, are a popular favorite for many, but sometimes they can get cold and unwholesome if eaten after some time. Fortunately, you can continue to enjoy this delicious, crunchy fast food by understanding the best way to reheat chicken nuggets. The best way to reheat chicken nuggets is in an oven.