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Copycat Chick Fil A Chicken Nuggets

Copycat Chick Fil A Chicken Nuggets: Easy Crispy Recipe for Home Cooks


  • Author: Curtis James
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: None

Description

Discover the ultimate copycat Chick Fil A Chicken Nuggets recipe that delivers crispness and flavor in your own kitchen. Chicken pieces are marinated in buttermilk, then coated with a seasoned flour blend of paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and a touch of baking powder. Fried to perfection in hot oil, these nuggets stay juicy inside and crunchy outside, making them perfect for family meals, game day snacks, or quick lunches. Follow our simple guide for perfect results every day always


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp baking powder
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. Marinate chicken in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and baking powder.
  3. Heat oil to 350°F (175°C).
  4. Dredge chicken in flour mixture.
  5. Fry nuggets 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
  6. Drain on paper towels and serve.

Notes

  • For extra crispness
  • let coated nuggets rest 5 minutes before frying. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 6 nuggets
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

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