Chick-fil-A Grilled Nuggets
Recreate Chick-fil-A's famous grilled nuggets at home with this easy-to-follow recipe. These juicy, flavorful nuggets are marinated to perfection and grilled for a smoky taste that rivals the original.
Equipment
- Grill Pan
- Mixing Bowl
- Ziplock Bag
Ingredients
Marinade
- 1 lb chicken breast cubed
- 1/4 cup pickle juice
- 1/4 cup buttermilk
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
For Cooking
- 1 tbsp olive oil for grilling
Instructions
- In a bowl or ziplock bag, combine pickle juice, buttermilk, and lemon juice. Add cubed chicken and let marinate for at least 30 minutes (up to 24 hours for best results).
- In a separate bowl, mix garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Remove chicken from marinade and pat dry. Sprinkle the seasoning mixture evenly over the chicken pieces.
- Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat and brush with olive oil.
- Place the chicken pieces on the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes per side or until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F).
- Remove from heat and serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
For extra smoky flavor, add a pinch of smoked paprika to the seasoning mix. These nuggets pair perfectly with homemade Chick-fil-A sauce!