Paleo Homemade Chick-fil-A Nuggets
Craving the classic flavor of Chick-fil-A nuggets but on a paleo diet? This recipe for **Paleo Homemade Chick-fil-A Nuggets** has you covered! Tender chicken breast is marinated in tangy pickle juice and creamy coconut milk, then coated in a flavorful almond flour and arrowroot blend seasoned with garlic, paprika, and onion powder. The nuggets are pan-fried to crispy perfection in coconut or avocado oil, creating a golden crust that’s irresistibly crunchy yet completely grain-free. Ready in just 35 minutes, these paleo-friendly nuggets are perfect for a quick dinner, healthy snack, or meal prep staple. Serve them with your favorite paleo dipping sauce for a guilt-free indulgence that rivals the original!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast
- 0.5 cup pickle juice
- 0.25 cup coconut milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup almond flour
- 2 tbsp arrowroot powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 0.5 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 cup coconut oil or avocado oil
Instructions
Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized nuggets.
In a bowl, combine the pickle juice and coconut milk. Add the chicken pieces to the mixture and let marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
In another bowl, beat the egg and set aside.
In a shallow dish, combine almond flour, arrowroot powder, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, sea salt, and black pepper.
Remove the chicken from the marinade and pat dry with paper towels.
Dip each piece of chicken into the beaten egg, then dredge in the almond flour mixture, ensuring each piece is well coated.
Heat the coconut oil or avocado oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Once the oil is hot, add the chicken nuggets in a single layer, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, until the outside is golden brown and the inside is fully cooked.
Remove the cooked nuggets and let them drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
Serve hot with your favorite paleo-friendly dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2439 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 191.3 g | 245% | |
| Saturated Fat | 111.2 g | 556% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 610 mg | 203% | |
| Sodium | 5365 mg | 233% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.6 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.5 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.4 g | ||
| Protein | 155.5 g | 311% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 344 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 8.1 mg | 45% | |
| Potassium | 1578 mg | 34% | |
*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.
