Gluten-Free Chick-fil-A Style Nuggets
Recreate the iconic taste of everyone's favorite fast-food chicken at home with this recipe for Gluten-Free Chick-fil-A Style Nuggets! Perfectly tender chicken breast is marinated in a flavorful blend of pickle juice and buttermilk, coated in a seasoned gluten-free flour mixture, and fried to golden perfection. These nuggets boast a crispy, golden crust and a slightly sweet flavor, thanks to a touch of powdered sugar in the seasoning blend. With just 15 minutes of prep and a short cook time, you can whip up these mouthwatering nuggets in the comfort of your kitchen. They’re perfect for weeknight dinners, game-day snacks, or meal prep, and pair beautifully with your favorite gluten-free dipping sauces. Whether you're gluten-sensitive or simply seeking a crowd-pleasing dish, these gluten-free chicken nuggets deliver irresistible flavor in every bite!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast
- 0.5 cup pickle juice
- 0.5 cup buttermilk
- 1 piece large egg
- 1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons gluten-free cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 cups vegetable oil
Directions
Step 1
Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized nuggets, about 1-inch pieces.
Step 2
In a bowl, mix the pickle juice and buttermilk. Add the chicken pieces and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, preferably 1 hour.
Step 3
In a shallow dish, whisk together the gluten-free all-purpose flour, cornstarch, powdered sugar, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
Step 4
Remove the chicken from the marinade, letting any excess liquid drip off.
Step 5
In another bowl, beat the egg.
Step 6
Dip each piece of marinated chicken into the beaten egg, allowing excess to drip back into the bowl, then coat with the flour mixture. Press the flour onto the chicken to ensure it's well-coated.
Step 7
In a large skillet or dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat to 350°F (175°C).
Step 8
Working in batches, carefully add the chicken pieces to the hot oil. Fry until they are golden brown and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side. Make sure the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
Step 9
Remove the nuggets from the oil and let them drain on paper towels.
Step 10
Serve hot with your favorite gluten-free dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1346.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4938.7 |
| Total Fat 444.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 67.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 271.3g | |
| Cholesterol 589.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5480.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 138.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 15.5g | |
| Protein 140.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 104.4IU | 0% |
| Calcium 273.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1635.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories