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Chick Fil A Nuggets Recipe

Crispy Chick Fil A Nuggets Recipe You Can Make at Home

Recreate those crispy Chick Fil A nuggets at home with this easy recipe, featuring a flavor-packed marinade and homemade honey mustard sauce.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marination Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 nuggets
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Nuggets
  • 1 pound Boneless, skinless chicken breasts Cut into 1-inch chunks
  • ¾ cup Dill pickle juice For marinating
  • ½ cup Milk Divided
  • 1 inch Peanut oil For frying
  • 1 large Egg
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons Confectioners' sugar Optional
  • ½ teaspoon Kosher salt Adjust according to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon Black pepper Adjust according to taste
For the Honey Mustard Sauce
  • ½ cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt is a lighter alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Agave nectar is a vegan substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Yellow mustard
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard Optional
  • Juice of half lemon Fresh lemon juice Apple cider vinegar can be used if lemons aren't available

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • whisk
  • Shallow Dish
  • Paper Towels

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Make Honey Mustard: In a small bowl, whisk together ½ cup mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons honey, 1 tablespoon yellow mustard, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, and juice from half a lemon until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
  2. Marinate Chicken: In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 pound of boneless, skinless chicken breast chunks with ¾ cup dill pickle juice and ½ cup of milk. Stir well to coat and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Heat Oil: Drain the chicken and pat it dry. In a large skillet, heat 1 inch of peanut oil over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Prepare Coating: In a separate bowl, whisk together the remaining ½ cup milk and 1 large egg, then coat the chicken pieces. In another dish, mix 1 cup flour, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon pepper, and 2 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar.
  5. Fry Chicken: Add coated chicken to the hot oil in batches, frying for 2-3 minutes until golden brown. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
  6. Serve: Serve the hot nuggets alongside the honey mustard sauce for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 4nuggetsCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure the oil is hot enough for frying and avoid overcrowding for the best results. Customize the coating with additional spices if desired.

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