Paleo Fried Chicken Schnitzel
Crispy, golden, and perfectly seasoned, this Paleo Fried Chicken Schnitzel reinvents the classic comfort food with a wholesome, grain-free twist. Tender chicken breasts are flattened to perfection, seasoned with a flavorful blend of garlic powder, paprika, and onion powder, then coated in a crunchy almond flour and tapioca starch breading. The addition of coconut milk to the egg wash ensures a rich and velvety coating, while frying in heart-healthy avocado oil delivers a satisfying crispiness with every bite. Ready in just 35 minutes, this gluten-free and paleo-friendly dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion meal. Pair it with fresh greens or roasted vegetables for a satisfying, nutritious meal that doesn’t compromise on flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts
- 1 cup almond flour
- 0.5 cup tapioca starch
- 2 large eggs
- 3 tablespoons coconut milk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 cup avocado oil
Instructions
Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board and cover with plastic wrap. Flatten the chicken to about 1/4-inch thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin.
Season both sides of the chicken with sea salt and black pepper.
In a shallow bowl, combine almond flour, tapioca starch, garlic powder, paprika, and onion powder, mixing well to create the breading mixture.
In another shallow bowl, whisk together eggs and coconut milk.
Dredge each chicken piece first in the egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off, then coat thoroughly with the almond flour mixture, pressing to adhere.
In a large skillet, heat avocado oil over medium-high heat.
Once the oil is hot, carefully place the coated chicken breasts in the skillet.
Fry each side for about 4-5 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the chicken is cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
Remove the chicken schnitzels from the skillet and drain on a plate lined with paper towels.
Serve hot with your choice of paleo-friendly sides like a fresh green salad or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2789 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 180.2 g | 231% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.0 g | 130% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 701 mg | 234% | |
| Sodium | 2772 mg | 121% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 141.3 g | 51% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.0 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.4 g | ||
| Protein | 157.2 g | 314% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 346 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 10.9 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 296 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.
