Chick Fil A Chicken Nuggets are a beloved fast-food favorite that you can recreate at home with this recipe. These nuggets are juicy, tender, and packed with flavor, featuring a perfect blend of seasonings and a crunchy coating. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauces for a delicious meal or snack.
Appliances and Special Utensils
- Deep fryer or large heavy-bottomed pot
- Meat thermometer
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Tongs
- Paper towels
- Baking sheet with cooling rack
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup dill pickle juice
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
- Peanut oil or canola oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Marinate Chicken: Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. In a mixing bowl, combine the pickle juice and milk. Add the chicken pieces to the mixture and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to 1 hour.
- Prepare Egg Mixture: In a separate bowl, whisk the egg.
- Prepare Breading: In another mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, powdered sugar, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.
- Coat Chicken: Remove the chicken from the marinade and pat dry with paper towels. Dip each chicken piece into the whisked egg, then into the flour mixture, ensuring it is fully coated. Shake off any excess flour.
- Heat Oil: In a deep fryer or a large heavy-bottomed pot, heat the peanut oil or canola oil to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry Chicken: Carefully place the coated chicken pieces into the hot oil using tongs. Fry in small batches to avoid overcrowding the pot. Cook for about 3-4 minutes, or until the chicken nuggets are golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) using a meat thermometer.
- Drain and Serve: Remove the cooked chicken nuggets from the oil and place them on a baking sheet lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil. Allow them to cool slightly on a cooling rack.
- Enjoy: Serve your homemade Chick Fil A Chicken Nuggets with your favorite dipping sauces and enjoy the crispy, flavorful bites!