Low Fat Chick-fil-A Style Nuggets
Craving the irresistible taste of Chick-fil-A nuggets but looking for a healthier alternative? These Low Fat Chick-fil-A Style Nuggets are your answer! Tender chunks of chicken breast soak in tangy dill pickle juice for bold flavor before being coated in a perfectly seasoned flour mixture featuring paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Lightly sprayed with cooking oil and baked to golden perfection, these nuggets deliver a crispy texture without the need for deep frying. Ready in just over 30 minutes (with prep and marinating), this recipe is ideal for satisfying fast food cravings in a wholesome way. Pair them with your favorite low-fat dipping sauce and enjoy a guilt-free twist on the classic! Perfect for meal prep, family dinners, or game day treats, these delicious chicken nuggets are a must-try for any health-conscious foodie.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 0.5 cup Dill pickle juice
- 0.25 cup Low-fat milk
- 1 large Egg white
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- Cooking spray
Instructions
Cut the chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes. Place them in a bowl and add the dill pickle juice. Cover the bowl and marinate the chicken in the fridge for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for a stronger flavor.
In a shallow dish, combine the flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the low-fat milk and the egg white.
Drain the pickle juice from the chicken and pat the pieces dry with paper towels.
Dip each piece of chicken into the milk mixture, allowing any excess to drip off, then dredge it in the flour mixture, coating it evenly. Shake off any excess flour.
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Place the coated chicken pieces on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not touching each other. Lightly spray the tops with cooking spray to help achieve a crispy texture.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and the exterior is golden brown.
Serve immediately with your favorite low-fat dipping sauce. Enjoy your homemade, low-fat Chick-fil-A style nuggets!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1119 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.9 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.5 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 390 mg | 130% | |
| Sodium | 3037 mg | 132% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 72.9 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.7 g | ||
| Protein | 154.2 g | 308% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 184 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 8.3 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 1455 mg | 31% | |
*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.
