To recreate these mouthwatering nuggets, boneless, skinless chicken breasts are cut into bite-sized pieces and marinated in a mixture of pickle juice and milk. This step is crucial for ensuring the chicken remains juicy and flavorful during cooking. After marinating, the chicken is coated in a seasoned breading that includes flour, powdered sugar, paprika, and a blend of spices, providing that perfect crunch when fried.
Frying the nuggets in peanut oil is essential for achieving the authentic taste and texture reminiscent of Chick-fil-A. The result is golden-brown nuggets that are irresistibly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Pair them with a homemade dipping sauce, such as honey mustard or a copycat Chick-fil-A sauce, for an extra layer of flavor.
This recipe not only satisfies cravings but also allows you to enjoy a fast-food favorite in the comfort of your home, making it a hit with family and friends alike.
Simple ingredients + a little love = the best nuggets ever! 💛 Marinate in pickle juice, coat in seasoned flour, and pan-fry to golden perfection. 😍 So easy and better than the drive-thru! 🥰 Perfect for the whole family!
🍗 𝗖𝗢𝗣𝗬𝗖𝗔𝗧 𝗖𝗛𝗜𝗖𝗞-𝗙𝗜𝗟-𝗔 𝗡𝗨𝗚𝗚𝗘𝗧𝗦 🍗
👉 Ingredients:
• 2 large chicken breasts (cut into bite-size pieces)
• 1 cup milk
• ¼ cup dill pickle juice
• 1 egg
• 1 cup flour
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• ½ cup peanut oil
1️⃣ In a gallon-size bag, combine pickle juice and milk. Add chicken pieces, seal, and refrigerate for 1 hour.
2️⃣ Heat peanut oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3️⃣ In another gallon-size bag, mix flour, powdered sugar, salt, and pepper.
4️⃣ Add the marinated chicken to the flour mixture bag. Seal and shake until fully coated.
5️⃣ Pan-fry the chicken in the hot oil for a few minutes, turning until golden brown and cooked through.
6️⃣ Serve hot and enjoy your homemade Chick-fil-A nuggets! 😊
7️⃣ 𝗦𝗮𝘃𝗲 & 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘆 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗲!
These nuggets didn’t last 10 minutes at our house—seriously that good! 🏆 Give them a try 💬👇