Whole30 Fried Chicken Burger
Craving the comfort of a fried chicken burger but looking to keep it clean and Whole30-compliant? Our Whole30 Fried Chicken Burger is the ultimate guilt-free indulgence! Featuring tender chicken breasts coated in a flavorful blend of almond flour, coconut flour, and savory spices like paprika, garlic, and onion powder, this burger is pan-fried to golden perfection in coconut oil for a crispy bite without the breadcrumbs. Nestled between crisp lettuce leaves instead of a bun and stacked high with fresh tomato slices, crunchy red onion, and tangy pickles, this burger is a deliciously satisfying meal that’s completely gluten-free, dairy-free, and paleo-friendly. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a healthy weekend treat. Try this Whole30-friendly recipe today and savor every bite of this wholesome twist on a classic!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium (about 6-8 ounces each) chicken breasts
- 1 cup almond flour
- 0.5 cup coconut flour
- 1 large egg
- 0.25 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup coconut oil
- 4 large lettuce leaves
- 1 large tomato
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 8 pieces pickle slices
Instructions
Place the chicken breasts between two pieces of plastic wrap and use a meat mallet or rolling pin to pound them to an even thickness, about 1/2 inch thick.
In a shallow bowl, combine the almond flour, coconut flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
In another bowl, whisk together the egg and almond milk until well mixed.
Dip each piece of chicken into the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off, then coat thoroughly in the flour mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.
In a large skillet, heat the coconut oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Carefully place the coated chicken breasts into the hot oil, frying for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through, with an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
Remove the chicken from the skillet and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
While the chicken rests, slice the tomato and red onion, and prepare the lettuce leaves.
To assemble each burger, place a lettuce leaf on a plate, top with the fried chicken breast, 2-3 slices of tomato, a few slices of onion, and pickles. Use an additional lettuce leaf to top the burger.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Whole30 fried chicken burger!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2703 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 191.7 g | 246% | |
| Saturated Fat | 110.3 g | 552% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 546 mg | 182% | |
| Sodium | 4085 mg | 178% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 92.6 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 40.7 g | 145% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.8 g | ||
| Protein | 165.6 g | 331% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.9 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 487 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 13.5 mg | 75% | |
| Potassium | 1118 mg | 24% | |
*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.
