These copycat Chick-fil-A nuggets taste just like the real thing without going out or ordering in. Nuggets are best when hot and fresh, and straight from the pan is freshest of all.
Copycat Chick-fil-A Nuggets
These copycat Chick-fil-A nuggets taste just like the real thing without going out or ordering in. Nuggets are best when hot and fresh, and straight from the pan is freshest of all.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon dill pickle juice
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 large egg white
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
dipping sauce:
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 3 tablespoons barbecue sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Place chicken and pickle juice in a bowl; toss to coat. Let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, combine the next 8 ingredients to form a thick batter. Add batter to the chicken mixture and toss to coat.
- For dipping sauce, combine mustard, barbecue sauce and honey; set aside.
- In a deep skillet or electric skillet, heat 1 inch oil to 375°. Fry chicken pieces, a few at a time, until browned and juices run clear, 1-2 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels. Serve with sauce.
