Keto Crispy Chicken Popcorn
Dive into the delicious world of guilt-free indulgence with this Keto Crispy Chicken Popcorn recipe! Perfectly bite-sized and irresistibly crunchy, these golden nuggets are made with tender chicken breast coated in a savory blend of almond flour, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and paprika for a low-carb twist on a classic favorite. Each piece is lightly fried in healthy coconut or avocado oil, ensuring the ultimate crisp without compromising keto-friendly fats. Quick and easy to prepare in under 40 minutes, this protein-packed snack is ideal for entertaining, meal prepping, or satisfying cravings while staying true to your ketogenic lifestyle. Pair it with your favorite keto-friendly dipping sauce for the ultimate crowd-pleasing experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g Chicken breast, boneless and skinless
- 120 g Almond flour
- 60 g Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper, ground
- 2 large Eggs
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 500 ml Coconut oil or avocado oil for frying
Instructions
Cut the chicken breast into small bite-sized pieces, roughly 2 cm in size, and set aside.
In a shallow bowl, mix together the almond flour, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
In another bowl, beat the eggs thoroughly.
Heat the coconut or avocado oil in a deep frying pan over medium-high heat to about 180°C (350°F), ensuring the oil is hot but not smoking.
Dip each chicken piece into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off.
Coat the chicken pieces in the almond flour mixture, pressing gently to make sure each piece is fully coated.
Carefully place the coated chicken pieces into the hot oil, cooking in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. Fry for about 3–4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through.
Use a slotted spoon to remove the chicken popcorn from the oil, and drain on a plate lined with paper towels.
Allow to cool slightly before serving with a keto-friendly dipping sauce of your choice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6501 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 635.4 g | 815% | |
| Saturated Fat | 458.7 g | 2294% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 857 mg | 286% | |
| Sodium | 2716 mg | 118% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.7 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.2 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.0 g | ||
| Protein | 218.2 g | 436% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.7 mcg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 1045 mg | 80% | |
| Iron | 11.9 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 1510 mg | 32% | |
*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.
