High Protein Chick-fil-A Style Chicken Minis
Transform your breakfast or snack time with these High Protein Chick-fil-A Style Chicken Minis, a deliciously satisfying twist on the fast-food favorite. Tender, bite-sized pieces of chicken breast are marinated in tangy pickle juice and buttermilk, then coated with a protein-packed, seasoned flour mixture before being fried to perfection in golden olive oil. Served on whole wheat slider buns brushed with a luscious honey-butter glaze, these minis deliver the comforting flavor you love while boosting your protein intake. Perfectly crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and ready in under an hour, these chicken minis are a must-try for meal preppers, fitness enthusiasts, or anyone craving a homemade version of this irresistible classic.
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Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless skinless chicken breast
- 1 cup pickle juice
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon protein powder (unflavored)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 8 pieces whole wheat slider buns
- 0.25 cup olive oil (for frying)
Directions
Step 1
Cut each chicken breast into 4 equal pieces making a total of 8 mini fillets.
Step 2
In a mixing bowl, combine the pickle juice and buttermilk. Add the chicken pieces to this marinade and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, but ideally 2 hours.
Step 3
In another bowl, mix all-purpose flour, protein powder, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Step 4
Remove the chicken from the marinade and shake off excess liquid. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture, ensuring they are fully coated.
Step 5
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken pieces for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
Step 6
In a small bowl, mix the melted butter and honey. Brush this mixture inside the slider buns.
Step 7
Place a piece of fried chicken on each bun, close and gently press together.
Step 8
Serve promptly while warm for the classic Chick-fil-A experience.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1444.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2997.5 |
| Total Fat 121.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 35.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g | |
| Cholesterol 355.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 7246.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 325.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 29.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 73.7g | |
| Protein 164.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 142.7IU | 0% |
| Calcium 782.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 20.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2011.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories