Paleo Air Fried Chicken Nuggets
Satisfy your cravings guilt-free with these Paleo Air Fried Chicken Nuggets—a healthier twist on the classic comfort food that's crispy, juicy, and packed with flavor! Made with boneless chicken breasts and coated in a grain-free blend of almond flour, coconut flour, and tapioca starch, these nuggets are seasoned with garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika for a bold, savory kick. Air-fried to golden perfection, they use minimal oil and come together in just 12 minutes, making them a quick and wholesome option for busy nights or snack cravings. Whether you pair them with your favorite Paleo-friendly dipping sauce or enjoy them on their own, these nuggets are the ultimate crowd-pleaser that’s gluten-free, dairy-free, and perfectly suited for clean eating.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
- 0.5 cup almond flour
- 0.25 cup coconut flour
- 0.25 cup tapioca starch
- 1 large egg
- 0.25 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- olive oil spray
Instructions
Cut the chicken breasts into nugget-sized pieces, approximately 1 to 1.5 inches each.
In a shallow bowl, combine the almond flour, coconut flour, tapioca starch, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg and unsweetened almond milk to create an egg wash.
Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
Dip each piece of chicken into the egg wash, allowing any excess to drip off.
Then, coat the chicken in the flour mixture, pressing gently to ensure the coating sticks well to the chicken.
Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil spray to prevent sticking.
Arrange the coated chicken nuggets in a single layer in the air fryer basket without overlapping.
Lightly spray the tops of the nuggets with more olive oil spray for an extra crispy texture.
Cook the nuggets in the air fryer at 400°F (200°C) for about 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through for even browning.
Check to ensure the chicken is cooked through with an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Remove from the air fryer and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy with your favorite Paleo-friendly dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1511 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.0 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.6 g | 63% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 605 mg | 202% | |
| Sodium | 1700 mg | 74% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 91.5 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.5 g | 70% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.8 g | ||
| Protein | 164.9 g | 330% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 325 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 10.3 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 1560 mg | 33% | |
*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.
