Gluten Free Dairy Free Chicken Veggie Nuggets
Elevate snack time with these wholesome, protein-packed **Gluten Free Dairy Free Chicken Veggie Nuggets**—a flavorful fusion of tender ground chicken and nutrient-rich veggies like zucchini and carrot. Perfectly seasoned with garlic and onion powders, these nuggets are lightly coated in almond flour and gluten-free breadcrumbs for a crispy golden exterior. Pan-fried in coconut oil for a healthier twist, they’re irresistibly crunchy yet moist and juicy on the inside. Ready in just 35 minutes, these nuggets make an excellent kid-friendly meal or a guilt-free indulgence for adults. Serve them hot with your favorite dipping sauce for a quick, allergy-friendly dinner or snack!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Ground chicken
- 1 medium Zucchini (grated and excess water squeezed out)
- 1 medium Carrot (grated)
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 large Egg
- 60 grams Almond flour
- 60 grams Gluten-free breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 tablespoons Coconut oil (or another high-heat oil, for frying)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, grated zucchini, grated carrot, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and egg. Mix until well incorporated.
Add the almond flour to the mixture and mix again until the mixture holds together but is not too sticky.
Shape the mixture into small nugget-shaped pieces, about 2 inches wide, and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
In a separate shallow bowl, pour the gluten-free breadcrumbs. Coat each nugget evenly with the breadcrumbs and return them to the baking sheet.
Heat the coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Be careful not to let the oil smoke.
Cook the nuggets in batches, placing them in the hot oil and frying for 3–4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Be sure not to overcrowd the skillet.
Once cooked, remove the nuggets and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2194 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 164.3 g | 211% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.6 g | 333% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 644 mg | 215% | |
| Sodium | 3334 mg | 145% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 78.0 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.2 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.2 g | ||
| Protein | 125.8 g | 252% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 368 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 11.2 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 3784 mg | 81% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
