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Copycat Chick Fil-A nuggets with dipping sauce on a serving platter with waffle fries on the side.
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Copycat Chick fil A Nuggets

Copycat Chick-fil-A nuggets might even taste better than the real thing! We've used Chick-fil-A's own nutrition information to turn their commercial recipe into something you can easily make at home. Marinated and fried chicken pieces are served with that addicting sauce for an at-home copycat of your favorite meal! 
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Marinating Time30 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chick fil A nuggets recipe, Chicken Nuggets
Servings: 40 nuggets
Author: Rachel Farnsworth

Ingredients

Wet Ingredients

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts about 2 pounds
  • 2 cups milk or buttermilk
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon M.S.G. optional
  • 1 large egg lightly beaten

Dredging Mixture

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon M.S.G optional
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

For Frying

  • 2 to 4 cups peanut oil

Instructions

  • Cut chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes (nugget-sized pieces). In a large mixing bowl, whisk together milk, egg, salt, and M.S.G. (if using). Add in nugget pieces and toss to combine. Cover and refrigerate 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.
  • When ready to cook, pour enough peanut oil into a large skillet to cover the bottom with 2 inches of oil. Heat peanut oil to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and monitor temperature.
  • Make the dredging mixture by combining flour, powdered sugar, paprika, salt, black pepper, M.S.G. (if using), and baking soda in a shallow bowl or gallon-sized resealable plastic bag.
  • Remove the chicken breast pieces from the fridge. Remove chicken pieces from milk mixture and tap off excess liquids.
  • Working in small batches, toss the chicken breast pieces in the dredging mixture to coat. Place on a wire rack until ready to fry.
  • Fry chicken in peanut oil in small batches for 4 to 5 minutes, until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Use a slotted spoon or tongs to remove nuggets from oil and transfer to a paper towel lined plate to drain. Serve hot.

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Notes

Copycat Chick-fil-A Sauce

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup plain barbecue sauce
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
 
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, barbecue sauce, sugar, mustard, and garlic powder until smooth.
  2. Add in vinegar, cider vinegar, and lemon juice and whisk until well combined. Cover and store in fridge. 

Nutrition

Serving: 8nuggets | Calories: 297kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 94mg | Sodium: 1089mg | Potassium: 477mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 324IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 24mg | Iron: 2mg
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