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Almost Chick-fil-A Chicken Nuggets

Delicious and easy-to-make chicken nuggets that capture the essence of Chick-fil-A's famous recipe, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Snack
Cuisine: American, Fast Food
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts Cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup buttermilk For marinating the chicken
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour For breading the chicken
  • as needed Oil for frying Enough to cover the bottom of the pan

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Begin by cutting your chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a bowl, combine the buttermilk, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken pieces, making sure each one is thoroughly coated. Let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes.
  3. On a separate plate, pour your flour. After marinating, take each chicken piece out and dredge it in the flour.
Cooking
  1. In a large skillet, heat enough oil over medium heat to cover the bottom of the pan.
  2. Once the oil is hot, carefully add your chicken nuggets. Fry for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Work in batches if necessary.
  3. Transfer the cooked nuggets to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Serving
  1. Serve the nuggets warm with your favorite dipping sauces.

Notes

Customize spices if desired, avoid overcrowding the pan when frying, and use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F.