High Protein Crispy Chicken Poppers
Looking for a guilt-free snack packed with flavor and nutrition? These High Protein Crispy Chicken Poppers are the perfect solution! Made with lean chicken breast, unflavored whey protein powder, and almond flour, these bite-sized treats boast an irresistible crispy coating without the need for deep frying. Seasoned with a blend of paprika, garlic, and onion powder, each tender chicken piece bursts with savory goodness. Baked to golden perfection in just 15 minutes, this high-protein recipe is ideal for meal prep, game day, or a satisfying post-workout snack. Pair with your favorite dipping sauce for a customizable, crowd-pleasing dish that's low-carb, gluten-free, and packed with protein to fuel your day!
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Ingredients
- 500 grams Chicken breast
- 3 large Egg whites
- 40 grams Whey protein powder, unflavored
- 60 grams Almond flour
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0 as needed Coconut oil spray
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces, about 1 inch in size.
Step 3
In a shallow bowl, whisk together the egg whites until frothy.
Step 4
In another bowl, combine the whey protein powder, almond flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
Step 5
Dip each piece of chicken into the egg whites, ensuring it's fully coated.
Step 6
Roll each chicken piece in the protein and almond flour mixture, pressing slightly to ensure the coating sticks well.
Step 7
Place the coated chicken pieces on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 8
Lightly spray the coated chicken pieces with coconut oil spray.
Step 9
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, turning halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and the crust is golden and crispy.
Step 10
Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (714.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1310.9 |
| Total Fat 51.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 8.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.5g | |
| Cholesterol 443.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4236.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 25.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 5.8g | |
| Protein 196.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 424.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1910.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories