Low Carb Airfried Chicken Nuggets
Crisp, golden, and irresistibly flavorful, these Low Carb Airfried Chicken Nuggets offer the ultimate guilt-free indulgence! Perfectly seasoned with a blend of garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and parmesan cheese, these bite-sized delights are coated in a gluten-free almond flour breading, ensuring a crunchy exterior with a tender, juicy inside. Made in the air fryer, they’re ready in under 30 minutes, with less oil and fewer carbs than traditional nuggets. Ideal for keto, paleo, or low-carb diets, this easy-to-follow recipe guarantees a healthier spin on a comfort food classic. Serve them hot with your favorite low-carb dipping sauce for a family-friendly snack or dinner that’s sure to please!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Chicken breast
- 1 cup Almond flour
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, finely grated
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 for spraying Olive oil spray
Instructions
Start by preparing the chicken. Trim any excess fat and cut the chicken breast into 1-inch cubes.
Set up a breading station. In one shallow bowl, whisk the eggs together until smooth. In another shallow bowl, mix together the almond flour, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Dip each chicken cube into the egg mixture, coating it completely.
Next, transfer the chicken into the almond flour mixture, ensuring it's fully coated with the dry mixture. Press lightly to adhere the breading to the chicken.
Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 3-5 minutes.
Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil spray to prevent sticking.
Place the chicken nuggets in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring they do not touch. Cook in batches if necessary.
Air fry the chicken nuggets for 10-12 minutes, turning them halfway through the cooking time and spraying with a bit more olive oil, until they are golden brown and cooked through.
Check the internal temperature to ensure it reaches 165°F (75°C) for safe consumption.
Serve the air-fried chicken nuggets immediately, with your choice of low-carb dipping sauce, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
552 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.5 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.7 g | 49% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 205 mg | 68% | |
| Sodium | 681 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.3 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.5 g | ||
| Protein | 58.9 g | 118% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 517 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 604 mg | 13% | |
*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.
