Chick Fil A Nuggets
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4.8
Chick Fil A Nuggets
Description
This recipe begins by marinating cubed boneless, skinless chicken breast in milk and dill pickle juice for between 20 minutes to overnight, which helps tenderize and lightly flavor the meat. After marination, the chicken is mixed with egg and then coated thoroughly in a seasoned flour mixture containing all-purpose flour, powdered sugar, paprika, salt, and black pepper. The coating provides a balance of sweetness, spice, and crisp texture upon frying.
The nuggets are fried in peanut or canola oil over medium-high heat until evenly golden, approximately 3-5 minutes per batch, and drained on paper towels to remove excess oil. The batter creates a crisp exterior that contrasts with tender chicken inside. For dipping, a simple honey mustard sauce is whisked together with mayonnaise, yellow mustard, honey, and lemon juice then chilled for serving, complementing the savory nuggets with sweet and tangy notes.
These nuggets can be served freshly cooked for best texture and flavor and pair well with a variety of sides. The recipe highlights the marinating step using pickle juice for authentic flavor and texture, replicating the classic fast-food style chicken nuggets.
Ingredients
For the Nuggets:
- 2 chicken breast about 1 pound cut into 1 inch chunks, skinless and boneless, or tenderloins
- 1 egg large
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup dill pickle juice optional but highly recommended
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon confectioners' sugar powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon paprika optional
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- peanut oil is best or canola oil (about 1-2 cups depending on pan size)
For the Dipping Sauce
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 2 Tablespoons yellow mustard
- 3 Tablespoons honey
- 1/2 Tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
To make the nuggets:
- In a large bowl, combine chicken, 1/2 cup milk and pickle juice. Cover and place in the refrigerator for at least 20-60 minutes or overnight, the longer the better. Remove from fridge and and an egg to the mixture.
- Heat peanut oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Now for this step you can either use a ziplock bag or simply dip the chicken into the flour mixture (in a bowl) and then place in oil. In a gallon sized ziplock bag, mix the flour, powdered sugar, and spices until well combined. Add the chicken pieces (without liquid) and shake well until fully coated.
- Working in batches, add chicken to the skillet and cook until evenly golden and crispy, about 3-5 minutes. Transfer to a cooling rack or plate lined with paper towels.
- Serve immediately with honey mustard.
To make the honey mustard
- Whisk together mayonnaise, mustard, honey and lemon juice in a small bowl; set aside in the fridge for later.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 253 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving (without dipping sauce) | |
| Calories | 253kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 18g | 6% |
| Protein | 19g | 38% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 89mg | 30% |
| Sodium | 1137mg | 47% |
| Potassium | 353mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 379IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 50mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.8
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