Whole30 Homemade Chick-fil-A Style Chicken Sandwich
Satisfy your fast-food cravings with this cleaner, Whole30-compatible version of the iconic Chick-fil-A chicken sandwich! This recipe transforms boneless, skinless chicken breasts into a tender, golden delight by marinating them in tangy pickle juice and creamy coconut milk, then coating them in a savory almond flour blend seasoned with garlic, paprika, and onion powders. The chicken is pan-fried to crispy perfection in coconut oil, making it entirely gluten-free, dairy-free, and paleo-friendly. Instead of the traditional bun, romaine lettuce wraps provide a refreshing crunch, while Whole30-compliant pickle slices deliver that signature flavor. Ready in under an hour, this healthy "fast food at home" recipe is perfect for anyone looking to enjoy guilt-free indulgence without compromising on taste or texture.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Pickle juice
- 0.5 cup Coconut milk
- 1 cup Almond flour
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Coconut oil
- 4 slices Whole30 compliant pickles
- 4 Romaine lettuce leaves
Instructions
Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness, about 1/2 inch thick.
In a resealable bag or shallow dish, combine the pickle juice and coconut milk.
Add the chicken breasts to the mixture and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, up to 4 hours.
In a shallow dish, mix the almond flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Remove the chicken from the marinade and shake off excess liquid.
Coat each chicken breast in the almond flour mixture, pressing down to ensure it adheres well.
Heat coconut oil in a skillet over medium heat until hot.
Carefully add the chicken breasts to the skillet. Cook for 7-8 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
Remove the chicken from the skillet and let rest on a paper towel to absorb excess oil.
To assemble, place each chicken breast on a couple of lettuce leaves, top with two pickle slices, and enjoy your Whole30 chicken sandwich.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1484 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 111.5 g | 143% | |
| Saturated Fat | 51.8 g | 259% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 170 mg | 57% | |
| Sodium | 5991 mg | 260% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.0 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.0 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.1 g | ||
| Protein | 84.2 g | 168% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 321 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 7.2 mg | 40% | |
| Potassium | 943 mg | 20% | |
*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.
