Easy Copycat Chick Fil A Chicken Nuggets Recipe

Step 1

To get started, you will want to cut up the chicken tenders into 2-3 pieces each depending on your preference for size

Step 2

In the bowl, you will want to add your cut chicken tenders. Then you will add the tablespoon of flour, the onion powder, garlic powder, salt and black pepper to the chicken.

Step 3

Pour the buttermilk and pickle juice on top of the chicken and seasonings. Mix well.

Step 4

Mix until the chicken is fully covered

Step 5

Let the chicken marinate in the mixture, for at least 45 min-60 min. You can marinate overnight.

Step 6

Once the chicken is marinated, it’s time to bread the Chick Fil a Chicken Nuggets. You will want to whisk the Whisk all of the dredge / breading ingredients together.

Step 7

Heat the oil over medium high heat.  Drop in a few pieces of the nuggets at a time into the flour, coat well, then into the oil.

Step 8

Cook the nuggets until golden brown.