Chick-fil-a Grilled Chicken Nuggets
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
30 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
236 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Chick-fil-a Grilled Chicken Nuggets
Description
Chick-fil-a Grilled Chicken Nuggets are made by cutting boneless chicken breasts into small cubes and soaking them in a marinade composed of pickle juice, milk, powdered sugar, and seasonings including garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. This marinade tenderizes and flavors the chicken while adding a subtle tang from the pickle juice. After marinating for at least 20 minutes and ideally overnight, the chicken pieces are cooked in olive oil over medium heat until fully cooked, resulting in tender nuggets with a lightly browned exterior.
The cooking method avoids deep frying, instead using a skillet to achieve a healthier preparation with mild charred notes. These nuggets are best served warm and can be accompanied by a dipping sauce like Chick-fil-a copycat sauce to enhance their flavor profile. The small size and tender texture make them an easy-to-eat finger food suitable for casual meals or snacks.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breast boneless, cut in 1 inch cubes
- 3/4 cup pickle juice
- 1/3 cup milk
- 2 tsp powdered sugar
- 2 tsp salt
- 2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Place all the ingredients except the olive oil in a gallon size bag. Shake to combine all the ingredients.
- Allow to marinate for at least 20 minutes but overnight in the refrigerator is ideal.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat for a few minutes.
- Place the chicken on the heat pan and cook for approximately 4-6 minutes on each side of the chicken until the chicken is cooked through.
- Serve with our copycat chic-fil-a sauce and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 236 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 236kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 33g | 66% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 98mg | 33% |
| Sodium | 1400mg | 58% |
| Potassium | 590mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 67IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 26mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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