Gluten-Free Chick-fil-A Style Chicken Minis

Recreate the magic of your favorite fast-food breakfast with these irresistible Gluten-Free Chick-fil-A Style Chicken Minis! Perfectly seasoned, tender chicken nuggets, marinated in buttermilk and coated in a crisp gluten-free breading, are fried to golden perfection and nestled inside soft, gluten-free slider buns. Each bite is brushed with a luscious honey-butter glaze that adds the perfect sweet-and-savory finishing touch. This homemade recipe is not only an allergen-friendly option but also a labor of love with simple steps that ensure big flavor in every mouthful. Whether you're serving these for breakfast, brunch, or as a crowd-pleasing party snack, these Chicken Minis deliver that signature taste you love—right from your own kitchen!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:120 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:150 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Boneless chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 cup Buttermilk
• 1 cup Gluten-free all-purpose flour
• 0.25 cup Cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 2 cups Peanut oil (or any high smoke point oil)
• 8 pieces Gluten-free slider buns
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons Honey

Directions

Step 1

Begin by slicing each chicken breast into small, bite-sized nuggets. Aim for uniform thickness to ensure even cooking.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, combine the buttermilk, kosher salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Add the chicken pieces to the marinade, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours or overnight for best results.

Step 3

After marinating, in a separate shallow dish, whisk together the gluten-free all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and baking powder.

Step 4

Heat the peanut oil in a large skillet or deep-fryer to 350°F (175°C).

Step 5

Remove the chicken from the buttermilk marinade, allowing excess to drip off, and dredge each piece in the flour mixture, coating evenly.

Step 6

Carefully place the coated chicken pieces into the hot oil. Fry in batches, avoiding overcrowding, until golden brown and cooked through, approximately 3-5 minutes per side.

Step 7

Use a slotted spoon to remove the cooked chicken from the oil, placing it on a wire rack over a baking sheet to drain excess oil.

Step 8

In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter and stir in the honey until well combined.

Step 9

Split the gluten-free slider buns and brush the insides with the honey-butter mixture.

Step 10

To assemble, place a few pieces of fried chicken inside each bun, close, and brush the tops with additional honey-butter if desired.

Step 11

Serve the chicken minis warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1656.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6803.5

Total Fat 563.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 108.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 446.6mg	0%
Sodium 3090.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 349.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.4g	0%
Total Sugars 71.0g
Protein 136.2g	0%

Vitamin D 144.3IU	0%
Calcium 520.6mg	0%
Iron 9.1mg	0%
Potassium 1587.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 72.3%

Protein: 7.8%

Carbs: 19.9%