Chick-fil-A Grilled Nuggets Copycat
This Chick-fil-A grilled nuggets copycat brings a nutritious twist to your favorite fast-food flavors with high protein and clean ingredients, making it a perfect choice for healthy eating.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch chunks
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil or olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Add the chicken chunks, water, lemon juice, oil, salt, honey (or maple syrup), garlic powder, parsley, paprika, onion powder, and black pepper to a large bowl or zip-top bag.
- Mix thoroughly to ensure the chicken is evenly coated with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 6 hours for deeper flavor.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and drain off any excess liquid. Discard used marinade.
- Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat, lightly greasing the surface with cooking spray or oil.
- Arrange the marinated chicken pieces in a single layer on the grill. Cook for 3–4 minutes per side, or until the chicken is cooked through and its internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Allow the grilled nuggets to rest for 2–3 minutes to lock in the juices before serving.