Copycat Chick-fil-A Nuggets
These crispy, juicy homemade Chick-fil-A nuggets are a family favorite. Marinated in pickle juice and fried in peanut oil, they’re the ultimate fast food copycat—perfect for dinner, school lunches, or make-ahead snacks.
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Cost: $12
Servings: 6 Servings
Equipment
- Mixing Bowls
- Tongs or fork
- Whisk
- Frying pan or cast iron skillet
- Paper towels or cooling rack
Ingredients
- 3-4 chicken breasts cubed
- 1 cup pickle juice
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- Peanut oil for frying
Instructions
- Marinate cubed chicken in pickle juice for at least 1 hour.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs and milk.
- In a separate bowl, mix flour, powdered sugar, paprika, salt, garlic powder, and pepper.
- Dip marinated chicken in egg mixture, then coat in flour mix.
- Heat a thin layer of peanut oil in a skillet.
- Fry chicken in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 3–4 minutes per side.
- Drain on paper towels. Serve warm.
Nutrition
Calories: 400kcal