Copycat Chick Fil A Nuggets Recipe
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
20 nuggets
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Calories
60 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Copycat Chick Fil A Nuggets Recipe
Description
Starting with boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into small pieces, they are dipped in a mixture of milk and egg before being coated in a seasoned flour blend that includes powdered sugar, salt, and pepper. The powdered sugar provides a subtle sweetness and encourages a crispy texture when fried. Cooking in vegetable oil over medium heat ensures the nuggets develop a golden, crisp crust while cooking thoroughly inside.
The nuggets are cooked for several minutes on each side until browned and then drained on paper towels to remove excess oil. This straightforward process helps achieve texture and flavor similar to popular fast food chicken nuggets without special equipment or complex ingredients.
These nuggets can be served warm as a snack, appetizer, or paired with dipping sauces for a quick meal component.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breast boneless skinless
- ½ cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- vegetable oil
Instructions
- Begin by cutting up your chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
- Place oil in a medium pan and turn to medium heat.
- From there add your milk and egg to a bowl and whisk together until combined. Set aside.
- Pour your flour, powdered sugar, salt, and pepper into a gallon bag.
- Add several chicken pieces to your milk/egg mixture until well coated and then throw the pieces into your gallon bag and shake until each piece is evenly coated.
- Place chicken pieces in oil and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
- Drain pieces onto paper towel and serve warm.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 20nuggets
Amount Per Serving
Calories 60 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 60kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 23mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 264mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 101mg | 2% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 30IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 10mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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