Whole30 Crispy Chicken Balls
Get ready to savor the perfect blend of flavor and crunch with these Whole30 Crispy Chicken Balls! Made with wholesome ingredients like ground chicken, almond flour, and aromatic spices, these bite-sized delights are both paleo-friendly and packed with protein. A hint of coconut aminos adds a touch of savory sweetness, while smoked paprika, thyme, and oregano ensure every bite bursts with bold, satisfying flavor. These chicken balls are pan-seared to golden perfection in coconut oil before finishing off in the oven for that irresistibly crispy texture. Ready in just 35 minutes, they’re the ultimate guilt-free appetizer or snack. Serve them with your favorite Whole30-approved dipping sauce for a crowd-pleasing dish that’s as nutritious as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 0.5 medium onion
- 2 units garlic cloves
- 0.5 cup almond flour
- 2 tablespoons coconut aminos
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
Finely chop the onion and crush the garlic cloves. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, chopped onion, and crushed garlic.
Add the almond flour, coconut aminos, and the egg to the mixture and mix gently to combine all ingredients well.
Stir in the sea salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, dried thyme, and dried oregano, ensuring that the spices are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
Using your hands, shape the mixture into approximately 16 small golf-ball-sized balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
In a large skillet, heat the coconut oil over medium-high heat. Once the oil is melted and hot, add the chicken balls in batches, frying them for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
After browning, transfer the chicken balls to the lined baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until cooked through and crispy.
Remove from oven and let them rest for a couple of minutes before serving. Enjoy the crispy chicken balls with your favorite Whole30-approved dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1357 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 96.6 g | 124% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.1 g | 186% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 604 mg | 201% | |
| Sodium | 3284 mg | 143% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 29.8 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.1 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.6 g | ||
| Protein | 108.0 g | 216% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 265 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 9.3 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 2814 mg | 60% | |
*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.
