Copycat Chicken Nugget McDonald's Recipe You’ll Love

Hey y’all! Today, we’re diving into a recipe that’s sure to bring the whole family together—Chick Fil A Chicken Nuggets, but hold up, it’s a copycat recipe! You know we love to put our spin on things, making it even better. So, grab your aprons and let’s get cookin'.

Chick Fil A Chicken Nuggets (Copycat Recipe)

These nuggets are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, just like you’d get at your favorite joint. But trust me, making them at home means you can enjoy them anytime the craving hits!

Ingredients

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Vegetable oil, for frying

Instructions

The first step is to marinate those chicken pieces in buttermilk. Let them soak for at least 30 minutes (or even overnight if you can wait that long!). This makes them super moist and delicious.
While the chicken is soaking, mix the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. This will be your seasoning for that flavor punch.
After the chicken has soaked, heat up that oil in a big skillet over medium heat. You want enough oil to cover the bottom—about 1/4 inch deep will do.
Next, take the chicken pieces out of the buttermilk and dredge them in the seasoned flour. Make sure they’re well-coated so you can achieve that perfect crispy texture!
Once the oil is hot (you can test it by dropping a bit of flour in—if it sizzles, you’re good to go), start adding your chicken nuggets to the pan. Don’t overcrowd them; work in batches if you need to.
Fry the chicken nuggets for about 4-5 minutes on each side until they’re golden brown and fully cooked in the middle. Use a thermometer if you’re fancy—it should read 165°F.
Once they’re done, let them drain on a paper towel to soak up that excess oil. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce, and watch them disappear!

That’s all there is to it! Now, you can enjoy Chick Fil A-style nuggets right in your kitchen. Happy cooking, y’all!