Grilled Chicken Nuggets
These homemade grilled chicken nuggets are juicy, perfectly seasoned and so easy to make. A delicious snack or main dish served with your favorite sides.
Inspired by Chick-Fil-A’s grilled chicken nuggets, this homemade version comes together in minutes and delivers perfectly juicy, delicious nuggets that are gluten-free, low carb and keto friendly. But honestly, I don’t even care about the healthy benefits of this recipe because these little nuggets are just so delicious and perfect with your favorite dipping sauce as a snack.
Ingredients and Substitutions
- Chicken breasts. I used boneless skinless chicken breasts. Boneless chicken thighs can also be used.
- Oil. Avocado oil or olive oil will both work well.
- Lemon juice.
- Seasonings: I used smoked paprika, dried oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper. Other dried herbs like thyme, parsley or basil will also be delicious. For a little heat, use chilli powder or cayenne pepper.
How To Make Grilled Chicken Nuggets
- Marinate: Slice the chicken and add to a large bowl. Mix together the marinade ingredient then pour over the chicken.
- Grill: Cook the chicken in a hot grill pan until golden brown on all sides. Garnish with chopped parsley (optional) and serve.
Can I Make This Ahead?
The chicken can be marinated for up to 2 days in the refrigerator. Any leftovers can be kept in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Serving Suggestions
Serve the grilled chicken nuggets with your favorite dipping sauce as an easy, healthy snack. We love it with honey mustard sauce or ranch dressing. It’s also a delicious addition to salads, wraps and pasta dishes for a boost of protein.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (500g) chicken breasts boneless, skinless
- 3 tbsp olive oil avocado oil is a good substitute
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
Instructions
- Slice the chicken breasts into bite-size pieces then add to a large mixing bowl.
- Add all the marinade ingredients and mix well.
- Allow to marinate for a few minutes but up to 2 days, covered in the fridge.
- Heat a grill pan or large skillet over high heat then add the chicken in batches and cook until golden brown on all sides – approximately 1-2 minutes per side, depending on the size of your pieces.
- Remove the grilled nuggets from the heat and allow to rest for a few minutes then garnish with parsley (optional) and serve.
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Grilled Chicken Recipes
Looks great and easy to make have all the ingredients
Hope you love it Julia!