Chick-fil-A Nuggets Copycat

Grain-Free Chick-fil-A Chicken Nuggets Copycat

Gluten-Free, Grain-Free, Nut-Free, Dairy-Free, Paleo

Recipe by @coffee.with.kindra

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Crispy, crunchy chicken nuggets are back on the menu, thanks to this revamped cassava flour version! An easy brine coupled with a delicious blend of spices keep the chicken tender, juicy, and oh-so-flavorful.

Prep Time: 4 Hours
Cook Time: 5 Minutes
Total Time: 1 Hour and 5 Minutes

Ingredients 

• 1-pound chicken breast, diced into small cubes
• 1 cup dill pickle juice for brine
• 1 egg
• 1 cup milk of choice 
• 1 ½ cups Otto’s Naturals – Cassava Flour
• 2 Tablespoons paprika
• 1 Tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon cayenne powder
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• Salt to taste 
• Pepper to taste
• Oil for frying 

 Instructions  

1. Brine the chicken by soaking it in pickle juice for 4 hours.
2. Mix egg with milk in a medium bowl.
3. Drain pickle juice from chicken.
4. Put chicken in egg/milk mixture. Soak while preparing next step.
5. In a large Ziploc, mix cassava flour and seasonings.
6. Heat oil on medium heat to 375°F.
7. Add chicken to flour bag, zip shut and toss to coat chicken evenly.
8. Cook chicken in oil in small batches, turning to cook evenly. Nuggets will cook in 3-4 minutes.
9. Drain on paper towels. Enjoy!