Paleo Crispy Battered Chicken Bites
Delight your taste buds with these irresistible Paleo Crispy Battered Chicken Bites—perfectly golden, crunchy on the outside, and tender on the inside! This gluten-free, grain-free recipe swaps traditional breadcrumbs for a paleo-friendly blend of almond flour and tapioca starch, creating a light yet flavorful coating that pairs beautifully with the savory spice mix of garlic, onion, and smoked paprika. Dipped in a coconut milk and egg batter, each chicken bite is fried to crispy perfection in coconut oil, making it a healthier alternative that doesn’t skimp on texture or taste. Ready in just 30 minutes, these bites are perfect as an appetizer, snack, or main dish when served with your favorite paleo-friendly dipping sauce or a side of fresh greens. Whether you're following a paleo diet or just craving crispy chicken, this recipe is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breasts
- 1 cup almond flour
- 0.5 cup tapioca starch
- 0.75 cup coconut milk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons coconut aminos
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup coconut oil
Instructions
Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
In a medium bowl, combine almond flour and tapioca starch. Mix well to create the dry batter.
In another bowl, whisk together coconut milk, egg, and coconut aminos until thoroughly combined.
Add garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, sea salt, and black pepper to the almond flour mixture and mix well.
Dip each chicken piece first into the wet batter and then roll it in the dry batter mixture, ensuring it is well-coated. Set aside on a plate.
In a large skillet, heat coconut oil over medium heat until hot.
Carefully place the battered chicken bites into the hot oil, frying in batches if necessary. Avoid overcrowding the pan.
Cook each batch for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
Remove the cooked chicken bites from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Serve hot with your favorite paleo-friendly dipping sauces or alongside a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2933 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 180.7 g | 232% | |
| Saturated Fat | 102.1 g | 510% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 559 mg | 186% | |
| Sodium | 3303 mg | 144% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 160.7 g | 58% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.1 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.9 g | ||
| Protein | 167.5 g | 335% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 337 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 10.5 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 360 mg | 8% | |
*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.
