Recipe for Chick Fil a Grilled Chicken Nuggets
Craving Chick-fil-A’s grilled nuggets? Make them at home - juicy, smoky & healthier! Gluten-free, dairy-free & ready in minutes. Skip the drive-thru!
Equipment
- 1 Gallon-size plastic bag
- 1 Cast iron grill pan or indoor grill
- Paper towels
- 1 Mixing bowl
- Tongs
- 1 Meat thermometer
- 1 Air fryer optional
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder or garlic salt
- Pinch of onion powder
- 1-2 tsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/2 cup dill pickle juice
- 1/4 cup milk
- Dash of Worcestershire sauce
- Browning seasoning sauce to taste
- 2 drops liquid smoke
- Sprinkle of Italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp seasoned salt
- Pinch of sugar
- Sunflower or peanut oil for cooking
Dipping Sauces
- Honey mustard
- ketchup
- Polynesian sauce
- or G Hughes sugar-free options
Instructions
Marinate:
- In a plastic bag, combine chicken, pickle juice, and milk. Marinate for 30 minutes to overnight.
Season:
- Pat chicken dry, then toss with salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, seasoned salt, and sugar.
Cook:
- Heat oil in a grill pan over medium-high. Cook chicken in a single layer for 4 minutes per side (until internal temp reaches 165°F).
Serve:
- Pair with dipping sauces and sides like fries or salad. For crispier nuggets, reheat in an air fryer at 375°F.