Low Carb Mini Chicken Nuggets
Craving a guilt-free indulgence? These Low Carb Mini Chicken Nuggets are the perfect combination of crispy, golden goodness and wholesome ingredients. Made with tender chicken breast coated in a flavorful blend of almond flour, Parmesan cheese, and a hint of garlic and paprika, these bite-sized delights are baked to perfection for a healthier twist on a classic favorite. Ready in just 35 minutes, they’re quick, easy, and gluten-free, making them a kid-friendly, keto-approved option for dinner, snacks, or meal prep. Serve them fresh out of the oven with your favorite low-carb dipping sauce, and enjoy all the crunch without the carbs!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast
- 0.5 cup almond flour
- 0.5 cup parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0 olive 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 breast into bite-sized pieces, approximately 1 inch each.
Step 3
In a shallow bowl, combine the almond flour, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Step 4
In another shallow bowl, beat the egg.
Step 5
Dip each chicken piece in the beaten egg, allowing any excess to drip off.
Step 6
Coat the chicken in the almond flour mixture, pressing lightly to ensure the coating sticks well.
Step 7
Place the coated chicken pieces on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each piece.
Step 8
Spray the chicken lightly with olive oil spray to help them brown evenly.
Step 9
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is golden and crispy.
Step 10
Let the nuggets cool slightly on the baking sheet before serving. Enjoy warm with your favorite low-carb dipping sauce!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (618.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1247.3 |
| Total Fat 62.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 16.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.2g | |
| Cholesterol 654.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3103.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 17.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 2.0g | |
| Protein 160.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 53.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 653.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1440.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories