How to Make Copycat Chick Fil A Nuggets
Did you know you can easily make this fast food favorite at home? We have unlocked the secret recipe for Chick Fil A nuggets!
Servings 4
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts cut into 2" pieces
- 1 1/2 cups dill pickle brine
- 1 cup flour
- 1 Tablespoon powdered icing sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 2 cups peanut oil
Instructions
- Cut the chicken in nugget pieces and then place in the dill pickle brine. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight.
- In a shallow dish, combine the flour, powdered icing sugar, and seasoning. Set aside.In a second dish, combine the milk and egg.
- Place the 2 cups of peanut oil in a heavy pot (like a Dutch oven) over medium heat. Dip each piece of chicken in the milk mixture, then dredge in the flour mixture.
- When the oil is hot, add the nuggets 4-5 at a time and fry until golden, about 3-4 minutes.
- Remove the nuggets from the oil and drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Repeat with all nuggets.