Keto Crispy Chicken Popcorn
Satisfy your cravings for a crunchy, bite-sized snack with this Keto Crispy Chicken Popcorn recipe—perfectly golden, low-carb, and irresistibly flavorful! Each piece of tender chicken breast is coated in a savory blend of almond flour, Parmesan cheese, and aromatic spices like garlic powder and paprika, creating a crunchy crust that’s a delicious alternative to traditional breading. Quick to prepare in just 35 minutes, this gluten-free and keto-friendly delight is fried to perfection in healthy coconut or avocado oil, giving it that signature crispiness without compromising your diet goals. Serve with your favorite keto-friendly dipping sauce for a crowd-pleasing appetizer, game-day treat, or protein-packed snack that’s sure to impress.
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Ingredients
- 500 g Chicken breast, boneless and skinless
- 120 g Almond flour
- 60 g Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper, ground
- 2 large Eggs
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 500 ml Coconut oil or avocado oil for frying
Directions
Step 1
Cut the chicken breast into small bite-sized pieces, roughly 2 cm in size, and set aside.
Step 2
In a shallow bowl, mix together the almond flour, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Step 3
In another bowl, beat the eggs thoroughly.
Step 4
Heat the coconut or avocado oil in a deep frying pan over medium-high heat to about 180°C (350°F), ensuring the oil is hot but not smoking.
Step 5
Dip each chicken piece into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off.
Step 6
Coat the chicken pieces in the almond flour mixture, pressing gently to make sure each piece is fully coated.
Step 7
Carefully place the coated chicken pieces into the hot oil, cooking in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. Fry for about 3–4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through.
Step 8
Use a slotted spoon to remove the chicken popcorn from the oil, and drain on a plate lined with paper towels.
Step 9
Allow to cool slightly before serving with a keto-friendly dipping sauce of your choice.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1319.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 6501.1 |
| Total Fat 635.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 458.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 857mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2716.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 30.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 5.0g | |
| Protein 218.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 147IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1044.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1510.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories