Copycat Chick Fil A Nuggets
If you are looking for the best Copycat chick fil a nuggets, this is a must try recipe. The marinade and breading are absolutely perfect.
Servings: 4
Cost: $10.57, $2.64 per Serving
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
- Cut the chicken breasts into 1-inch pieces and place them in a medium bowl. Pour the pickle juice over the chicken. Cover and refrigerate for 30–60 minutes, or overnight.
- Drain and discard the pickle juice.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the egg and milk. Add the chicken and toss to coat.
- In a large resealable bag, combine the flour, confectioners' sugar, paprika, pepper, and salt. Seal and shake to combine.
- Drain the excess egg mixture from the chicken. Add the chicken pieces to the bag with the flour mixture. Seal and shake until the chicken is evenly coated.
- Heat the peanut or canola oil in a large, deep skillet or fryer to 350°F.
- Working in batches, carefully add the chicken to the hot oil. Fry for 3–5 minutes, turning as needed, until golden brown and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Do not overcrowd the pan.
- Transfer the cooked chicken to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauces and enjoy!
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Nutrition
Calories: 258kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 83mg | Sodium: 1577mg | Potassium: 356mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 424IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 86mg | Iron: 2mg
