This version nails the taste with a short ingredient list, one crucial (but often skipped) marinade step, and a quick sear that gives you those signature grill marks. Whether you’re using a grill pan, electric grill, or even a regular skillet, you’re about to have your new go-to chicken recipe—easy enough for weeknights, tasty enough for meal prep, and family-approved all around.

Ingredients

• 1½ lbs chicken breasts or tenderloins, cut into 2-inch chunks

• ⅓ cup dill pickle brine (from a jar of real pickles—not the fluorescent stuff)

• ¼ cup milk or buttermilk

• 2 tsp powdered sugar or a small drizzle of maple syrup

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• ½ tsp onion powder

• 1 tsp sea salt

• ½ tsp smoked paprika

• ¼ tsp freshly cracked black pepper

• Olive oil or avocado oil, for cooking

Instructions

1. Prep the Chicken
Cut your chicken breasts or tenderloins into bite-sized chunks. Trim off any excess fat for clean, even pieces that cook evenly.

2. Marinate the Chicken
Place the chicken into a bowl or zip-top bag. Add ⅓ cup of dill pickle brine and ¼ cup of milk, then stir or shake to coat the chicken completely. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes—overnight is even better for maximum flavor and tenderness.

3. Drain and Season
Once marinated, drain the liquid and pat the chicken dry with paper towels. In a clean bowl, toss the chicken with:

• 2 teaspoons powdered sugar

• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

• ½ teaspoon onion powder

• 1 teaspoon sea salt

• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika

• ¼ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
  Mix well until all pieces are evenly coated.

4. Cook the Chicken
You’ve got a few great options here, depending on what you have at home:

• Grill pan or skillet: Heat over medium to medium-high and brush with a bit of oil. Add the chicken in a single layer and cook for 7–10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until fully cooked and lightly golden.

• Outdoor or electric grill: Lightly oil the grates and grill the chicken for about 4–5 minutes per side, or until you get nice grill marks and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.

5. Serve and Enjoy
Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce—homemade Chick-fil-A sauce, honey mustard, or whatever you love. These nuggets are also perfect tucked into wraps, tossed into salads, or eaten straight from the plate.

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Chick-Fil-A Grilled Nuggets Video Recipe

Tips & Tricks for Perfect Copycat Grilled Nuggets

Don’t skip the brine.
That quick soak in pickle juice and milk is what gives these nuggets their signature flavor and tender texture. Even 30 minutes makes a big difference.

Use real dill pickle brine.
Not the bright green, artificially colored stuff. Go for brine from a jar of quality dill pickles—check the label for basic ingredients like cucumbers, vinegar, salt, and dill.

Pat the chicken dry before seasoning.
Excess moisture will prevent the seasoning from sticking and can make the chicken steam instead of sear.

Powdered sugar is non-negotiable.
It may sound strange, but it balances the savory notes and helps replicate that subtle sweetness Chick-fil-A nuggets have. Don’t skip it.

Cook in batches if needed.
Crowding the pan or grill traps steam and leads to uneven cooking. Give each piece a little breathing room for that golden finish.

Don’t overcook.
Chicken breast cooks quickly—aim for an internal temp of 165°F. Pull them off the heat as soon as they hit that number to keep them juicy.

Double the batch for meal prep.
These reheat beautifully in a skillet or air fryer and are great in bowls, salads, or wraps throughout the week.

The Chick-fil-A Chick-n-Mini Copycat is really simple to make. They take their bite-sized Chick-fil-A chicken nugget and make it into a tiny chicken yummy sandwich. These small treasures arrive in 3-count or 4-count and may also be arranged in 20 or 40-count platter-sized portions.

If you think that it is odd to have a chicken for breakfast, try these out before you dismiss them. Although I really do prefer Mini’s daily, I will still make an effort to make them at least twice at breakfast time.

They are simple like a great deal of Chick-fil-A menu items is, but they are quality breakfast fast food. These bite-sized beauties are really worth getting up early for.

Now I have decided to make them, and the results were excellent; everyone loved them.

Since I’ve been getting many requests for these chicken minis from Chick Fil A, I’ve also added the recipe for the rolls below. However, the rolls don’t make much difference, except for the honey butter spread; they are pretty standard rolls.

Also, you can check the most recent recipes for this original Chick-Fil-A Cool Wrap, Chick-Fil-A chicken salad, Chick-Fil-A sauce recipe, and the most amazing Chick-Fil-A mac and cheese!

Chick-fil-A Chicken Minis Recipe

Ingredients

For the Rolls

• 1 tbsp yeast
• 1 cup warm water
• 3-4 cups flour
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ cup sugar
• ¼ cup vegetable or canola oil
• 2 tbsp melted butter

For the Honey Butter

• ½ cup soft butter
• ⅛ cup honey

For the Milk Wash

• 1 egg
• 1 cup milk

For the Chicken

• 16 oz chicken breasts (cut into small pieces)
• 1 ¼ cup flour
• 2 tbsp powdered sugar
• 2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp chili powder
• ¼ tsp paprika
• Dill pickle juice (for marinating)
• Oil (for frying)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Rolls

1. Activate the Yeast – In a medium bowl, mix warm water, 1 tbsp sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until it foams.
2. Mix the Dough – Add the egg, salt, remaining sugar, and oil to the yeast mixture. Stir for about 20 seconds.
3. Knead the Dough – Place flour in a mixing bowl fitted with a dough hook. Add the yeast mixture and mix until well combined.
4. Let the Dough Rise – Cover the bowl and let the dough rise in a warm place until doubled in size (about 1 hour).
5. Shape the Rolls – Roll the dough to ½-inch thickness on a floured surface. Cut into 20-24 squares using a pizza cutter.
6. Second Rise – Place the rolls on a greased baking pan, cover, and let rise again until doubled.
7. Bake – Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 20 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.

Step 2: Make the Honey Butter

1. In a small bowl, mix ½ cup soft butter and ⅛ cup honey until smooth.
2. Set aside for brushing on the rolls later.

Step 3: Prepare the Chicken

1. Marinate – Cut chicken into small pieces and soak in dill pickle juice while you prepare the milk wash.
2. Make the Milk Wash – In a bowl, whisk 1 egg and 1 cup milk.
3. Make the Seasoned Coating – In another bowl, mix:
   • 1 ¼ cup flour
   • 2 tbsp powdered sugar
   • 2 tsp salt
   • 1 tsp black pepper
   • ½ tsp chili powder
   • ¼ tsp paprika
4. Bread the Chicken – Remove the chicken from the pickle juice, dip into the milk wash, then coat with the seasoned flour mixture. Shake off excess.

Step 4: Fry the Chicken

1. Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) in a deep pan.
2. Fry the chicken pieces for 3-4 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
3. Drain on a paper towel.

Step 5: Assemble the Chicken Minis

1. Warm the Rolls – Cut the baked rolls almost in half, place them in a baking dish, and brush the tops with honey butter. Warm them in a 225°F oven for a few minutes.
2. Fill the Rolls – Add a piece of fried chicken to each roll.
3. Serve & Enjoy!

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FAQs about Chick-Fil-A Chicken Minis

What are Chick-Fil-A Chicken Minis?

Chicken Minis are one of the most popular items in Chick-Fil-A restaurants. These little chicken biscuits are everyone’s favorites. These delicious chicken nugget sandwiches are served with small yeast rolls and are the best breakfast food for both parents and their kids.

Do Chicken Minis Contain honey?

Chicken Mini nuggets themselves don’t contain honey; however, rolls do. These miniature yeast rolls are brushed just slightly with a butter spread that does contain honey. So in this homemade version of Chicken minis, it is entirely up to you if you want to use honey for the rolls. 

Are Chick-Fil-A Chicken Minis Healthy?

Chick-fil-A Chicken Minis have 360 calories and are a satisfying low-calorie option to Chick-fil-A Cookies.

These delicious chicken nuggets can be served as breakfast on soft yeast buns coated with honey and butter batter. They are half the fat of chicken biscuits.

Is it okay to use honey butter from the store?

Totally! Since the shop was completely out of the pre-made type when I decided to make these, I did something I wouldn’t typically do: I chose to create my own. It couldn’t have been simpler!

Can I make Chick-fil-A chicken minis in advance?

Of course! They offer a terrific breakfast choice to prepare ahead of time. For simple mornings, make a few batches early in the week. You can even freeze some and reheat them later.

What type of biscuits should I use for my chicken minis?

Use a yeast roll if you want a taste that is truly genuine. I’ve included the recipe for the original rolls below.  Also, you may get it from the market’s frozen area. 

Chicken Minis Video Recipe

Nutritional value for Chick-Fil-A chicken minis

360 Calories. 13g of Fat. 41g Carbs and 19g Protein

If you’ve liked this Chick-Fil-A recipe, be sure to try these Crispy Chicken Wings (Low-Carb) Keto Recipe