Grilled Chicken Nuggets Recipe

Craving grilled chicken nuggets? Try this easy to follow recipe for homemade juicy, aromatic nuggets that closely resemble the beloved Chick-fil-A taste, providing a delightful and healthier rendition of the renowned fast food favorite.

Supplies Needed:

• Skewers
• Grill
• Tongs

Ingredients:

My grilled chicken nuggets recipe uses simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand! Here’s what you’ll need:

• Chicken Breast: You will want boneless, skinless chicken breast for this nugget recipe. Cut them into cubes according to your liking, but make sure they are all about the same size!
• Pickle Juice Brine: This is the secret to juicy, flavorful nuggets just like the ones you can get at Chick-fil-A! Simply use the brine from your favorite pickles.
• Salt Pepper Garlic Rub: You can buy your salt pepper garlic rub from the store or simply make your own by mixing equal parts salt, cracked black pepper, and granulated garlic!
• Olive Oil: A little olive oil will keep the chicken from sticking to the grill grates.
• Sauces: Arguably the most important part of this meal. Choose all of your favorite dipping sauces for these grilled chicken nuggets!

How To Make Grilled Chicken Nuggets:

Preparation:

1. Prep Chicken: Remove the chicken breast from the packaging and pat it dry with paper towels. Use a sharp knife to cut even 1-inch cubes and place the chicken into a large container.
2. Brine: Pour the pickle juice brine over the chicken so it covers it completely. Place a cover on the container and place it into the fridge for at least 2 hours or overnight.
3. Pat Dry & Season: Remove the chicken from the brine and discard the brine. Pat the chicken very dry again with paper towels to remove the moisture. In a bowl, add the olive oil and the salt pepper garlic (SPG) rub, and coat until the chicken is evenly seasoned.

Grilling Instructions:

1. Skewer Chicken: Thread chicken onto skewers for quick and easy grilling. Don’t over-pack them, give each piece of chicken enough space to cook properly.
2. Preheat & Grill: Preheat the grill to medium direct heat (around 425 F). Place the skewers directly onto the grill grates, close the lid, and let the chicken cook for 5-6 minutes on the first side. It is ready to flip when it easily releases from the grill grates.
3. Flip: Flip the chicken and continue to cook for an additional 5-6 minutes or until the chicken is nicely seared, has color, and is at an internal temperature of 165 F.
4. Remove & Serve: Remove the chicken skewers from the grill and let them rest for 5-10 minutes. Use tongs to pull the grilled chicken nuggets off of each skewer. Place into a serving bowl and serve with your favorite sauce! We love hot sauce, Carolina Gold sauce, and BBQ sauce!

What To Serve With Grilled Chicken Nuggets:

This grilled chicken nuggets recipe can be eaten on its own with your favorite dipping sauces like hot sauce, honey chipotle BBQ sauce, Carolina style mustard sauce, burger sauce, or even beer cheese sauce! In addition to all of the best sauces, pair these with some crispy roasted potatoes or low carb jicama fries!

You can also make these into a sandwich with flaky biscuit or some soft brioche rolls! Want a more classic crispy chicken nugget? Try this recipe for Homemade Popcorn Chicken or these crispy homemade buffalo chicken nuggets too.

Tips for Success:

• Switch up the seasonings! You can season your chicken nuggets in any kind of seasoning that you want! If you like a bit of spice, add some cayenne pepper and smoky paprika to the mix.
• Store any leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days! You can reheat in the microwave until heated through or pop them in a warm oven until heated through.

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