Low Carb Mini Chicken Nuggets
Crispy, golden, and irresistibly flavorful, these Low Carb Mini Chicken Nuggets are the perfect guilt-free indulgence! Made with tender chicken breast pieces coated in a savory mixture of almond flour, parmesan cheese, and warm spices like garlic and paprika, these nuggets are baked to perfection for a crunchy exterior with a juicy center. Gluten-free and keto-friendly, they take just 15 minutes to prep and are ready to enjoy in under 40 minutes. Ideal for busy weeknights, game-day snacks, or kid-approved lunches, these bite-sized nuggets pair beautifully with a variety of low-carb dipping sauces. Say goodbye to fast-food cravings and hello to this delicious, homemade alternative!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast
- 0.5 cup almond flour
- 0.5 cup parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- olive oil spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces, approximately 1 inch each.
In a shallow bowl, combine the almond flour, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
In another shallow bowl, beat the egg.
Dip each chicken piece in the beaten egg, allowing any excess to drip off.
Coat the chicken in the almond flour mixture, pressing lightly to ensure the coating sticks well.
Place the coated chicken pieces on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each piece.
Spray the chicken lightly with olive oil spray to help them brown evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is golden and crispy.
Let the nuggets cool slightly on the baking sheet before serving. Enjoy warm with your favorite low-carb dipping sauce!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1247 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.8 g | 81% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.7 g | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 654 mg | 218% | |
| Sodium | 3103 mg | 135% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.7 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.3 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.0 g | ||
| Protein | 160.9 g | 322% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 653 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 5.3 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1441 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.
