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Plate of homemade grilled chicken nuggets

Name: Chick-fil-A Grilled Nuggets Recipe (Copycat)

Summary: This homemade copycat Chick-fil-A grilled nuggets recipe recreates the juicy, flavorful bite-sized chicken nuggets from your favorite fast-food chain. It's a healthy, simple, and delicious meal perfect for families, meal prep, or low-carb diets.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Fast Food Copycat
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients:
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup dill pickle juice
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 tbsp powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Equipment:
  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring spoons
  • Zip-top bag (optional)
  • Grill, air fryer, or skillet
  • Tongs
  • Paper towels
  • Cutting board and knife

Method
 

  1. Instructions:
  2. Marinate Chicken:
  3. In a bowl or zip-top bag, combine chicken, pickle juice, and milk. Let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes and up to 4 hours.
  4. Prepare Seasoning:
  5. Mix together powdered sugar, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  6. Season Chicken:
  7. Drain and pat chicken dry, then toss with seasoning until evenly coated.
  8. Cook Chicken:
  9. Grill: Grill over medium-high heat for 3–5 minutes per side.
  10. Air Fryer: Air fry at 380°F for 8–10 minutes, shaking halfway.
  11. Skillet: Sear in a preheated skillet for 4–5 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through.
  12. Serve:
  13. Serve warm with dipping sauces like honey mustard, BBQ, or ranch.

Notes

Notes:
Chicken thighs can be used for extra juiciness.
For a spicy kick, add cayenne pepper to the seasoning mix.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Great for keto and low-carb meal plans.