Low Carb Homemade Chick-fil-A Nuggets
Indulge in a guilt-free twist on a fast-food favorite with these Low Carb Homemade Chick-fil-A Nuggets! Perfectly crisp and golden brown, these bite-sized chicken nuggets are marinated in dill pickle juice and a rich egg mixture for a tangy kick and tender texture. Coated in a gluten-free blend of almond flour, Parmesan cheese, and savory seasonings like garlic and paprika, they deliver a flavorful crunch without the carbs. Fried to perfection in coconut oil, these nuggets are quick to prepare and ready in under 30 minutes of active cooking time. Serve them fresh with your favorite low-carb dipping sauce for a protein-packed meal or snack that mimics the signature Chick-fil-A taste—without sacrificing your diet goals!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast
- 1 large egg
- 0.25 cup dill pickle juice
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 cup almond flour
- 0.5 cup parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup coconut oil
Instructions
Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces, roughly 1-1.5 inches each.
In a medium bowl, combine the egg, dill pickle juice, and heavy cream. Whisk until well blended.
Add the chicken pieces to the egg mixture, ensuring they are all well coated. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more flavor.
In a separate bowl, mix together the almond flour, parmesan cheese, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing any excess liquid to drip off. Dredge each piece in the almond flour mixture, thoroughly coating all sides.
Heat the coconut oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Make sure the oil is hot before adding the chicken.
Carefully add the chicken nuggets to the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Cook in batches if necessary.
Fry the nuggets for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Remove the nuggets from the skillet and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Serve warm with your favorite low-carb dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2634 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 207.7 g | 266% | |
| Saturated Fat | 116.8 g | 584% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 684 mg | 228% | |
| Sodium | 3828 mg | 166% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.3 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.3 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.5 g | ||
| Protein | 171.7 g | 343% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 774 mg | 60% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 1504 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.
