Paleo Air Fried Chicken Nuggets

Crispy, tender, and guilt-free, these Paleo Air Fried Chicken Nuggets are the ultimate healthy comfort food! Made with boneless, skinless chicken breasts and coated in a gluten-free breading of almond flour, coconut flour, and tapioca starch, these nuggets are seasoned to perfection with garlic, onion, and a touch of paprika. Using an air fryer keeps the nuggets golden and crunchy without heavy oils, making them a wholesome, low-carb option for Paleo enthusiasts. With just 20 minutes of prep and a quick 12-minute cook time, they’re a family-friendly favorite perfect for weeknights or game-day indulgence. Serve with your favorite Paleo-friendly dipping sauce for a protein-packed snack or meal that satisfies cravings while staying on track.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:32 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
• 0.5 cup almond flour
• 0.25 cup coconut flour
• 0.25 cup tapioca starch
• 1 large egg
• 0.25 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0 olive oil spray

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken breasts into nugget-sized pieces, approximately 1 to 1.5 inches each.

Step 2

In a shallow bowl, combine the almond flour, coconut flour, tapioca starch, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg and unsweetened almond milk to create an egg wash.

Step 4

Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.

Step 5

Dip each piece of chicken into the egg wash, allowing any excess to drip off.

Step 6

Then, coat the chicken in the flour mixture, pressing gently to ensure the coating sticks well to the chicken.

Step 7

Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil spray to prevent sticking.

Step 8

Arrange the coated chicken nuggets in a single layer in the air fryer basket without overlapping.

Step 9

Lightly spray the tops of the nuggets with more olive oil spray for an extra crispy texture.

Step 10

Cook the nuggets in the air fryer at 400°F (200°C) for about 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through for even browning.

Step 11

Check to ensure the chicken is cooked through with an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Step 12

Remove from the air fryer and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy with your favorite Paleo-friendly dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(724.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1510.9

Total Fat 54.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.1g
Cholesterol 605.1mg	0%
Sodium 1699.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 91.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.5g	0%
Total Sugars 6.8g
Protein 164.9g	0%

Vitamin D 80.3IU	0%
Calcium 324.8mg	0%
Iron 10.3mg	0%
Potassium 1560.2mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.2%

Protein: 43.6%

Carbs: 24.2%