Description

Tender, juicy grilled chicken nuggets inspired by Chick-fil-A’s famous recipe—packed with flavor, high in protein, and perfect for dipping.

Ingredients

Scale

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
1/4 cup dill pickle juice
1/4 cup whole milk
1 tbsp olive oil (for grilling)
1 tsp powdered sugar
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
1/4 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

1 tbsp olive oil (for marinade)

Instructions

In a mixing bowl, combine the pickle juice and milk. Add chicken pieces and marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
Drain the chicken and gently pat dry with paper towels.
In a new bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Toss the chicken in the seasoning blend until evenly coated.
Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Brush lightly with olive oil.
Grill the chicken nuggets for 3-4 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F and they have a nice golden-brown sear.
Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes before serving.

Serve with your favorite dipping sauces like honey mustard or Chick-fil-A sauce!

Notes

For extra smoky flavor, use a pellet grill instead of a grill pan.Chicken thighs can be used instead of breasts for more juiciness.This recipe is perfect for meal prep—make a double batch and refrigerate for quick meals!

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Cuisine: American

Keywords: chick fil a grilled nuggets, grilled chicken nuggets, copycat chick fil a, healthy chicken nuggets, low carb nuggets