Keto Homemade Chick-fil-A Nuggets
Satisfy your fast food cravings guilt-free with these irresistible Keto Homemade Chick-fil-A Nuggets—crispy, flavorful bites that pack all the iconic taste without the carbs! Marinated in tangy pickle juice for maximum juiciness and coated in a savory blend of almond flour, parmesan cheese, and spices, these nuggets are pan-fried to golden perfection in avocado oil. Perfectly crunchy on the outside and tender on the inside, they’re easy to make in just 30 minutes and ideal for any low-carb lifestyle. Pair with your favorite keto-friendly dipping sauce for a protein-packed, crowd-pleasing meal that’s better than the drive-thru! Keywords: keto chicken nuggets, Chick-fil-A copycat recipe, low-carb fried chicken, almond flour breading, healthy homemade nuggets.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast
- 0.5 cup pickle juice
- 1 piece large egg
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 0.5 cup almond flour
- 0.5 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.25 cup avocado oil
Instructions
Cut the chicken breast into 1-inch cubes and place them in a bowl.
Pour the pickle juice over the chicken pieces, cover the bowl, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to marinate. For best results, marinate for 2 hours.
In a small bowl, beat the egg and add the heavy cream, mixing until well combined. Set aside.
In another bowl, combine the almond flour, grated parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
Remove the chicken from the pickle juice and pat dry with paper towels.
Dip each chicken piece into the egg mixture, then dredge in the almond flour mixture, pressing gently to ensure a good coating.
Heat the avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken nuggets in a single layer, avoiding overcrowding the pan.
Cook the nuggets for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer cooked nuggets to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Serve immediately while hot with your favorite keto-friendly dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1763 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 121.3 g | 156% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.9 g | 144% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 646 mg | 215% | |
| Sodium | 4860 mg | 211% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.0 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.1 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.5 g | ||
| Protein | 160.3 g | 321% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 664 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1470 mg | 31% | |
*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.
