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Almost Chick Fil-A Chicken Nuggets Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings (about 12-16 nuggets)
  • Category: Chicken Nuggets
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This recipe recreates the iconic Chick-fil-A chicken nuggets with tender, juicy chicken breast pieces marinated in a milk and egg mixture, coated in a seasoned flour mixture with a touch of powdered sugar, and fried to golden perfection. Perfectly crispy on the outside and flavorful on the inside, these homemade nuggets are a delicious treat to enjoy with your favorite dipping sauce.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Marinade

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 egg

Coating

  • 1 ¼ cups flour
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder (optional)

For Frying

  • Peanut oil or canola oil for frying (about 2 inches deep in the pot)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, whisk the egg and then mix in the milk thoroughly to create the marinade base.
  2. Cut the Chicken: Trim any fat from the chicken breasts and cut them into bite-sized pieces suitable for nuggets.
  3. Marinate: Place the chicken pieces into the milk and egg mixture, cover the bowl, and refrigerate for 2 to 4 hours to tenderize and infuse flavor.
  4. Make the Coating: In a resealable plastic bag, combine the flour, powdered sugar, salt, pepper, and garlic powder (if using) to create the seasoned coating mix.
  5. Heat Oil: Pour enough peanut or canola oil into a deep pot to reach about 2 inches in depth and heat it to 375°F (190°C) to ensure proper frying temperature.
  6. Coat the Chicken: Remove chicken pieces from the marinade one at a time, add them to the flour mixture bag, seal, and shake well to ensure each nugget is thoroughly coated.
  7. Fry: Carefully fry 6 to 8 nuggets at a time in the hot oil, cooking approximately 2 minutes per side, until they are golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  8. Repeat & Serve: Continue coating and frying the remaining chicken pieces, then serve hot with your favorite dipping sauces for a delicious homemade nugget experience.

Notes

  • Marinating the chicken for the full 4 hours will yield the most tender and flavorful nuggets.
  • Using peanut oil adds a subtle nutty flavor and tolerates high frying temperatures well.
  • If you prefer, you can omit garlic powder or adjust seasoning according to taste.
  • Ensure the oil temperature remains consistent at 375°F for optimal crispiness and to avoid greasy chicken.
  • Drain cooked nuggets well on paper towels to remove excess oil before serving.

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