Low Sodium Homemade Chick-fil-A Nuggets
Craving the signature flavor of Chick-fil-A without the sodium overload? These Low Sodium Homemade Chick-fil-A Nuggets deliver all the tender, juicy goodness you love, but with a heart-healthier twist. Perfectly marinated in a buttermilk and dill pickle juice blend, then coated in a savory seasoning mix of paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder, these golden nuggets are pan-fried to crispy perfection with far less salt than the fast-food version. With just 15 minutes of prep and a quick cook time, they’re an ideal family-friendly meal or snack. Serve them fresh and warm with your favorite low-sodium dipping sauce for a homemade take on a classic indulgence that everyone will love.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 0.5 cup Dill pickle juice
- 0.5 cup Buttermilk
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon Sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0 to taste Non-stick cooking spray
- 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
Directions
Step 1
Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces, approximately 1.5-inch chunks.
Step 2
In a medium-sized bowl, combine the dill pickle juice and buttermilk.
Step 3
Place the chicken pieces into the buttermilk mixture, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours for marination.
Step 4
In a shallow dish, mix together the flour, cornstarch, sugar, ground black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Step 5
Remove the chicken from the marinade and drain off the excess liquid.
Step 6
Coat the chicken pieces in the flour mixture, ensuring they are fully covered. Shake off any excess flour.
Step 7
In a large skillet or deep pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add enough oil to coat the bottom of the pan generously.
Step 8
Once the oil is hot, carefully place the chicken pieces in the pan, ensuring they are not overcrowded. Cook in batches if necessary.
Step 9
Fry the chicken nuggets, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown and cooked through, approximately 3-5 minutes per side.
Step 10
Once cooked, remove the nuggets and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil.
Step 11
Repeat the frying process with any remaining chicken pieces.
Step 12
Serve the nuggets warm with your choice of low sodium sauce or dip.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (952.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2269.4 |
| Total Fat 126.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 22.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 67.4g | |
| Cholesterol 399.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1898.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 123.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 20.3g | |
| Protein 158.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 68.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 245.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1579.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories