Gluten-Free Chick-fil-A Style Nuggets
Craving the iconic taste of Chick-fil-A nuggets but need a gluten-free option? These Gluten-Free Chick-fil-A Style Nuggets are a game-changer! Perfectly tender chicken bites are marinated in tangy pickle juice and creamy buttermilk, coated in a seasoned gluten-free breading with just a hint of sweetness, and fried to crispy golden perfection. Ready in under an hour, this recipe is perfect for satisfying fast food cravings in a homemade, allergy-friendly way. Serve them hot with your favorite gluten-free dipping sauces for a crowd-pleasing meal that’s irresistibly flavorful. These nuggets are not just gluten-free; they’re also packed with the iconic taste you love, making them a must-try for any family dinner or snack night!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast
- 0.5 cup pickle juice
- 0.5 cup buttermilk
- 1 piece large egg
- 1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons gluten-free cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 cups vegetable oil
Instructions
Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized nuggets, about 1-inch pieces.
In a bowl, mix the pickle juice and buttermilk. Add the chicken pieces and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, preferably 1 hour.
In a shallow dish, whisk together the gluten-free all-purpose flour, cornstarch, powdered sugar, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
Remove the chicken from the marinade, letting any excess liquid drip off.
In another bowl, beat the egg.
Dip each piece of marinated chicken into the beaten egg, allowing excess to drip back into the bowl, then coat with the flour mixture. Press the flour onto the chicken to ensure it's well-coated.
In a large skillet or dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat to 350°F (175°C).
Working in batches, carefully add the chicken pieces to the hot oil. Fry until they are golden brown and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side. Make sure the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
Remove the nuggets from the oil and let them drain on paper towels.
Serve hot with your favorite gluten-free dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1258 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 111.3 g | 143% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.1 g | 86% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 146 mg | 49% | |
| Sodium | 978 mg | 43% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.3 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.0 g | ||
| Protein | 39.7 g | 79% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 67 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 394 mg | 8% | |
*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.
