Copycat Chick Fil A Nuggets Recipe
These copycat Chick Fil A nuggets are crispy, juicy, and full of flavor thanks to a dill pickle marinade and a secret touch of sugar in the coating. Make your favorite fast food bite right at home in less than an hour.
Equipment
- 1 Mixing bowl Large
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 2 Boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into 1 inch pieces
- 1 cup Dill pickle juice
- 1 Large egg
- 1 cup Milk
- 1 cup All purpose flour
- 1 Tbsp Confectioners’ sugar
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 1 tsp Pepper
- 1 tsp Salt
- Peanut oil or canola oil for frying
Instructions
Instructions
- Toss chicken pieces in a bowl and cover with dill pickle juice. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes but no more than 1 hour.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together egg and milk until smooth.
- In another bowl, combine flour, confectioners’ sugar, paprika, pepper, and salt.
- Remove chicken from marinade and pat dry with paper towels.
- Dip each chicken piece into the egg and milk mixture, then coat in flour mixture until fully covered.
- Heat 2 inches of oil in a skillet to 350°F.
- Fry chicken pieces in batches for 3–4 minutes per side or until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Remove chicken with slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Video
https://youtube.com/watch?v=oBBR-un8mV4%3Fsi%3DCh0whOrpeCTBK42v
Notes
Leftovers can be stored in airtight containers for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven or under broiler to restore crispiness.