Paleo Chick-fil-A Style Chicken Nuggets
Recreate the magic of Chick-fil-A at home with a healthier twist in this recipe for Paleo Chick-fil-A Style Chicken Nuggets! These bite-sized chicken morsels are marinated in tangy pickle juice, then coated in a crispy almond flour blend seasoned with garlic powder, paprika, and onion powder. A rich mixture of coconut milk and egg ensures every nugget fries to golden perfection in coconut oil. Perfectly paleo-friendly and gluten-free, these nuggets deliver the signature crispy exterior and juicy center without compromising on wholesome ingredients. Ready in under 30 minutes, they’re an irresistible crowd-pleaser for weeknight dinners or party platters. Pair them with your favorite paleo dipping sauce for a restaurant-worthy experience at home!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken breasts
- 0.5 cup pickle juice
- 0.5 cup coconut milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1 tablespoon tapioca starch
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 cup coconut oil
Instructions
Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
In a bowl, combine the chicken pieces with pickle juice. Cover and marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator to tenderize.
In another bowl, whisk together the coconut milk and egg until well combined. Set aside.
In a shallow dish, mix the almond flour, tapioca starch, sea salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Remove the chicken from the refrigerator and drain the pickle juice. Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels.
Dip each chicken piece into the coconut milk and egg mixture, then dredge in the almond flour mixture. Ensure each piece is thoroughly coated.
In a large skillet over medium heat, heat coconut oil until shimmering.
Cook the chicken nuggets in batches in the hot oil, turning occasionally, for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Transfer cooked nuggets to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Serve the paleo chicken nuggets hot with your favorite paleo-friendly dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2319 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 179.8 g | 231% | |
| Saturated Fat | 101.4 g | 507% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 506 mg | 168% | |
| Sodium | 4139 mg | 180% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.0 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.5 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.7 g | ||
| Protein | 134.9 g | 270% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 312 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 304 mg | 6% | |
*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.
