Whole30 Homemade Chick-fil-A Nuggets
Recreate the magic of a fast-food favorite with these Whole30 Homemade Chick-fil-A Nuggets—an irresistible, guilt-free version of the classic chicken nuggets. Brined in a tangy pickle juice and creamy coconut milk mixture, these nuggets are perfectly moist and infused with flavor. Coated in a crispy almond flour seasoning blend spiced with paprika, onion powder, and garlic powder, each bite delivers the signature crunch you crave without compromising your Whole30 goals. Pan-fried to golden perfection in avocado oil, these gluten-free, dairy-free nuggets are ready in under 15 minutes of cooking time and pair beautifully with your favorite Whole30 compliant dipping sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or a crowd-pleasing appetizer, this recipe combines healthy ingredients and bold flavors in every delicious bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds Chicken breasts
- 0.5 cup Pickle juice
- 0.25 cup Coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons Whole30 compliant hot sauce
- 1 cup Almond flour
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 large Egg
- 0.25 cup Avocado oil
Instructions
Cut the chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes for the nuggets.
In a bowl, combine the pickle juice and coconut milk. Add the chicken pieces to the brine mixture and marinate for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.
Prepare the coating by mixing almond flour, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a shallow dish.
In a separate bowl, whisk the egg with the Whole30 compliant hot sauce until well combined.
Remove the chicken from the marinade, ensuring any excess liquid is shaken off.
Dip each chicken piece into the egg mixture, then coat thoroughly with the almond flour mixture, ensuring each piece is fully covered.
Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Working in batches, add the coated chicken nuggets to the skillet, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Once cooked, remove nuggets from the skillet and transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
Serve hot with your favorite Whole30 compliant dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2405 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 144.9 g | 186% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.0 g | 105% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 764 mg | 255% | |
| Sodium | 3282 mg | 143% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.4 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.7 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.8 g | ||
| Protein | 242.5 g | 485% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 389 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 12.2 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 2856 mg | 61% | |
*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.
