Whole30 Chicken Schnitzel Burger
Meet your new favorite guilt-free indulgence: the Whole30 Chicken Schnitzel Burger! This healthy and flavorful recipe reimagines the classic schnitzel for a paleo and Whole30-approved spin, using almond flour for a perfectly crisp coating and butter lettuce leaves as a fresh, low-carb bun alternative. Juicy chicken breasts seasoned with garlic, onion, and paprika are pan-fried to golden perfection, then layered with creamy avocado, crisp pickle slices, and vibrant tomato and red onion for a satisfying crunch. Ready in just 35 minutes, this gluten-free, dairy-free, and grain-free recipe is perfect for anyone looking for a wholesome and delicious meal. Whether you're meal-prepping or serving dinner for two, this burger is guaranteed to impress and fuel your healthy lifestyle!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 whole chicken breasts
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 8 large butter lettuce leaves
- 1 sliced tomato
- 0.5 sliced red onion
- 1 sliced avocado
- 4 pieces pickle slices
Instructions
Slice each chicken breast in half horizontally to make four thinner pieces, then gently pound them to an even thickness of about 1/4 inch.
In a shallow bowl, whisk together the egg and Dijon mustard.
In another shallow bowl or plate, combine almond flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Dip each piece of chicken into the egg mixture, ensuring it is well coated, then dredge in the almond flour mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the coated chicken pieces, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through.
Remove the cooked chicken schnitzels and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
To assemble each burger, lay two large butter lettuce leaves on a clean surface for the base.
Place a chicken schnitzel on top of the lettuce, followed by tomato slices, red onion, avocado slices, and pickle slices.
Top with two more lettuce leaves to close the 'bun'.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Whole30 Chicken Schnitzel Burger!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1695 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 116.0 g | 149% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.8 g | 79% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 506 mg | 168% | |
| Sodium | 2415 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 32.8 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.3 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.7 g | ||
| Protein | 136.4 g | 273% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 316 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 8.7 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 429 mg | 9% | |
*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.
