Whole30 Chicken Pau
Elevate your meal prep with this Whole30 Chicken Pau recipe—a healthy twist on traditional bao buns that's as satisfying as it is wholesome. Perfectly balancing flavor and texture, these grain-free buns feature a cauliflower-based dough blended with almond and coconut flour, creating a guilt-free alternative ideal for paleo and gluten-free diets. Inside, you'll find a savory filling of ground chicken, aromatic garlic and ginger, and a hint of umami from coconut aminos and sesame oil. Baked to golden perfection, these protein-packed buns make a versatile main dish or grab-and-go snack. Ready in just over an hour, this recipe is the ultimate fusion of comfort food and clean eating.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large head Cauliflower
- 1 cup Almond flour
- 1 cup Coconut flour
- 3 large Eggs
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 pound Chicken breast, ground
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Ginger, minced
- 2 tablespoons Green onions, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Coconut aminos
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
Instructions
Begin by preparing the cauliflower dough. Remove the leaves and stem from the cauliflower and cut it into florets.
Using a food processor, pulse the cauliflower until it resembles a rice-like consistency.
Transfer the cauliflower rice to a microwave-safe bowl and microwave on high for 5 minutes.
Let the cauliflower cool slightly, then place it in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out all the moisture until dry.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large bowl, combine the dried cauliflower, almond flour, coconut flour, eggs, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.
For the filling, heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and ginger, and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Add the ground chicken to the skillet and cook until browned.
Mix in the green onions, coconut aminos, salt, pepper, and sesame oil. Cook for another 3-5 minutes until well combined and heated through.
Take a small portion of the dough and flatten it in your hands to form a circle about 4 inches in diameter.
Spoon a tablespoon of the chicken filling into the center of the dough circle.
Carefully fold the edges of the dough over the filling, pinching to seal the bun.
Repeat with the remaining dough and filling.
Place the buns on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the dough is firm and lightly golden.
Let the chicken pau cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your Whole30 Chicken Pau as a main dish or a delightful snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2664 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 141.0 g | 181% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.7 g | 184% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 944 mg | 315% | |
| Sodium | 4798 mg | 209% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 151.5 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 76.7 g | 274% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.6 g | ||
| Protein | 220.1 g | 440% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.5 mcg | 23% | |
| Calcium | 581 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 21.1 mg | 117% | |
| Potassium | 4720 mg | 100% | |
*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.
