Chick-fil-A Style Chicken Nuggets
Get ready to satisfy your fast-food cravings at home with these irresistibly tender and crispy Chick-fil-A Style Chicken Nuggets. This copycat recipe features bite-sized chicken pieces marinated in tangy dill pickle juice for a burst of flavor, then coated in a secret blend of flour, powdered sugar, and savory spices like paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. The nuggets are fried to golden perfection in canola oil, delivering that signature crunch and juicy interior. Perfect for family dinners or game-day snacks, these homemade chicken nuggets are easy to make and pair beautifully with your favorite dipping sauces. With a short marinating time and perfectly seasoned breading, this recipe ensures all the deliciousness of Chick-fil-A right in your own kitchen. Keywords: Chick-fil-A style chicken nuggets, homemade chicken nuggets, crispy chicken recipe, fried chicken bites, pickle juice marinade.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast
- 1 cup dill pickle juice
- 1 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 cups canola oil
Instructions
Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces, approximately 1-inch squares.
Place the chicken pieces in a medium bowl, pour the dill pickle juice over the pieces, cover, and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, up to 1 hour.
In a separate bowl, beat together the milk and egg until well combined.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, powdered sugar, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Remove the marinated chicken pieces from the refrigerator and drain them well.
Dip each chicken piece into the milk and egg mixture, then dredge it in the seasoned flour mixture, ensuring each piece is well coated.
Heat the canola oil in a deep skillet or pot over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
Working in batches, fry the chicken nuggets in the hot oil for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until the nuggets are golden brown and cooked through.
Use a slotted spoon to transfer the cooked nuggets to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
Serve the nuggets hot with your choice of dipping sauces.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1451 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 119.8 g | 154% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.3 g | 51% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 28.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 149 mg | 50% | |
| Sodium | 1607 mg | 70% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.5 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.0 g | ||
| Protein | 43.9 g | 88% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 126 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 497 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
