Chick Fil A Nuggets
Tender, golden, and perfectly seasoned, these homemade Chick Fil A-style nuggets are a crisp, flavorful take on the fast food favorite—perfect for weeknight dinners or party platters.
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 salt
- 1 tsp pepper
- Peanut oil or canola oil for frying
Instructions
- Marinate chicken in dill pickle juice for 30–60 minutes (or overnight for more flavor).
- Drain and coat chicken in a whisked egg and milk mixture.
- Mix flour, sugar, paprika, salt, and pepper in a ziplock bag.
- Add chicken to the flour mix and shake until well coated, pressing flour onto pieces.
- Fry in 350°F oil for 3–5 minutes until golden and cooked through; drain on paper towels or a wire rack.