Description
Chick-fil-A Chicken Nuggets are crispy, juicy, and flavorful bite-sized pieces of chicken with a unique pickle juice marinade and seasoned coating. This homemade version lets you recreate the iconic taste of the fast-food favorite in your own kitchen, perfect for snacking, parties, or family meals.
Ingredients
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2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
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1 cup dill pickle juice
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½ cup milk
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1 large egg
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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2 tablespoons powdered sugar
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon paprika
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
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Marinate Chicken: Place chicken pieces in a bowl and pour pickle juice over them. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to 1 hour.
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Prepare Batter: In a separate bowl, whisk together milk and egg until combined.
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Mix Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, combine flour, powdered sugar, salt, paprika, black pepper, and garlic powder.
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Coat Chicken: Drain chicken from the marinade. Dip each piece in the milk-egg mixture, then dredge in the flour mixture, pressing to coat well.
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Heat Oil: Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or fryer to 350°F (175°C).
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Fry Nuggets: Fry chicken pieces in batches for 3-4 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Avoid overcrowding the pan.
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Drain and Serve: Remove nuggets and drain on paper towels. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauces.
Notes
For a healthier option, bake nuggets at 400°F for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through.Add cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the flour mix for a spicy twist.Air fryer instructions: Cook at 400°F for 10-12 minutes, shaking halfway.Use gluten-free flour to make this recipe gluten-free.Substitute pickle juice with buttermilk or lemon juice for different marinade flavors.