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Chick Fil-A Style Homemade Chicken Nuggets Recipe

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  • Author: Ezabella
  • Total Time: 2 hours 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

Enjoy crispy, tender, and flavorful Chick-fil-A style chicken nuggets made at home. Marinated in a tangy blend of dill pickle juice and milk, these bite-sized nuggets are coated in a seasoned flour mix and fried to golden perfection with peanut oil. Perfect as a snack or meal served with your favorite dipping sauce.

Ingredients

Chicken and Marinade

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup dill pickle juice
  • 1 whole large egg

Coating

  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika

For Frying

  • Peanut oil (enough to fill about 2 inches in a deep pan)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken: Trim any excess fat or skin from the chicken breasts and cut them into bite-sized nuggets, ensuring uniform pieces for even cooking.
  2. Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, whisk together the egg, dill pickle juice, and milk until well blended. Place the chicken pieces into this mixture, cover, and refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours to let the flavors infuse and to tenderize the meat.
  3. Heat the oil: Pour approximately 2 inches of peanut oil into a deep pan and heat it over medium-high heat until the temperature reaches 375°F (190°C), suitable for deep frying.
  4. Prepare the coating: In a zip-lock bag, combine the all-purpose flour, powdered sugar, salt, pepper, and paprika. Remove the chicken pieces from the marinade, allowing excess liquid to drip off, then place them into the flour mixture. Shake the bag well so each nugget is fully coated with the seasoned flour.
  5. Fry the nuggets: Carefully add about 8 coated nuggets at a time to the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry the nuggets for 2 to 3 minutes on each side or until they achieve a golden brown color and are cooked through.
  6. Drain and keep warm: Remove the fried chicken nuggets using a slotted spoon and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil. If cooking in batches, you can keep the nuggets warm by placing them on a rack in a preheated oven set to low heat.
  7. Serve: Serve the crispy Chick-fil-A style chicken nuggets hot with your choice of dipping sauces for a delightful meal or snack.

Notes

  • Soaking the chicken in pickle juice and milk tenderizes the meat and adds a signature tangy flavor.
  • Use peanut oil for frying as it has a high smoke point and adds a subtle nutty flavor.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan when frying to ensure nuggets cook evenly and stay crispy.
  • Maintain the oil temperature at 375°F to avoid greasy or undercooked nuggets.
  • Leftover nuggets can be reheated in the oven to preserve their crispiness.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://kitchenloving.com/chick-fil-a-style-homemade-chicken-nuggets-recipe/