Whole30 Crispy Battered Chicken Bites
Get ready to savor the perfect blend of crispiness and flavor with these Whole30 Crispy Battered Chicken Bites! Made with wholesome, gluten-free ingredients like coconut flour, arrowroot powder, and a medley of spices, this recipe delivers a satisfyingly crunchy exterior while keeping the chicken tender and juicy on the inside. These chicken bites are pan-fried in nutrient-rich coconut oil, making them a guilt-free comfort food that’s paleo, Whole30-compliant, and family-friendly. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a quick 15-minute cook, these bite-sized delights are perfect as a healthy snack, appetizer, or main dish. Serve them with your favorite Whole30-approved dipping sauce for an irresistible, crowd-pleasing treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast
- 1 cup coconut flour
- 0.5 cup arrowroot powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 large eggs
- 0.25 cup water
- 0.5 cup coconut oil
Instructions
Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
In a mixing bowl, combine coconut flour, arrowroot powder, baking soda, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Mix well to create the dry batter.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and water until smooth. This is your wet batter.
Dip each piece of chicken first into the dry batter mixture, then into the egg mixture, and once more into the dry batter to ensure a good coating.
Heat coconut oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. The oil should be hot enough that a sprinkle of batter sizzles upon contact.
Working in batches, add chicken pieces to the skillet, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry until each piece is golden brown and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side.
Remove the chicken bites from the skillet using a slotted spoon and drain on a plate lined with paper towels.
Serve the chicken bites warm with your favorite Whole30 compliant sauce or dip.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2785 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 155.1 g | 199% | |
| Saturated Fat | 116.2 g | 581% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 762 mg | 254% | |
| Sodium | 4757 mg | 207% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 194.7 g | 71% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 54.6 g | 195% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.9 g | ||
| Protein | 164.2 g | 328% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 220 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 14.0 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 2323 mg | 49% | |
*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.
