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Gluten-Free Chick-fil-A Chicken Nuggets

These Gluten-Free Chick-fil-A Chicken Nuggets offer a crispy, juicy bite with mouthwatering flavor while being gluten-free. They're easy to make and perfect for any nugget cravings.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Marinade
  • 2 lbs chicken tenders
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1/4 cup pickle juice
Dredge Ingredients
  • 1 tbsp gluten-free all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 to 1 1/2 cups high-temperature oil Depending on frying method
  • 1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp season salt or all-purpose seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cut the chicken tenders into 2-3 pieces each, depending on your preferred size.
  2. Mix in a large bowl with 1 tbsp gluten-free flour, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Give it a good toss!
  3. Pour in the buttermilk and pickle juice. Mix well until the chicken is nicely coated.
  4. Let it marinate for at least 45 minutes to up to overnight.
Cooking
  1. Heat the oil over medium-high heat.
  2. Whisk together all dredge ingredients in a separate bowl.
  3. Drop in a few pieces of chicken at a time, coat them well in flour, and then carefully place them into the hot oil.
  4. Cook until golden brown and crisp, flipping halfway through.

Notes

For extra crunch, double dredge the chicken. Keep an eye on the oil temperature to avoid burning.