Paleo Chicken Bao Buns

Discover the perfect fusion of comfort food and clean eating with these mouthwatering Paleo Chicken Bao Buns! Crafted with a tender almond flour and tapioca dough, these gluten-free and grain-free buns are delicately steamed to perfection, making them a wholesome alternative to traditional bao buns. The filling features succulent, marinated chicken infused with coconut aminos, fresh ginger, and garlic, delivering a savory, umami-rich flavor in every bite. Ready in just over an hour, this recipe is ideal for those following a paleo lifestyle or anyone craving a healthier take on this Asian-inspired classic. Serve them warm, and prepare to impress both your health-conscious and flavor-loving friends alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Chicken breast
• 3 tablespoons Coconut aminos
• 1 inch piece, grated Ginger
• 2 cloves, minced Garlic
• 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
• 2 stalks, thinly sliced Green onions
• 1.5 cups Almond flour
• 0.5 cup Tapioca starch
• 0.75 cup Coconut milk
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 Egg
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken breasts into small, bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

In a bowl, combine the chicken with coconut aminos, grated ginger, and minced garlic. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.

Step 3

Heat 1 tablespoon of coconut oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook until fully cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Stir in the sliced green onions and cook for another minute. Remove from the heat and set aside.

Step 4

In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, tapioca starch, baking powder, and salt.

Step 5

In another bowl, whisk together coconut milk and egg.

Step 6

Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until you form a dough.

Step 7

Divide the dough into 8 equal parts. Roll each piece into a ball and flatten into a small disc.

Step 8

Place a tablespoon of the cooked chicken filling onto the center of each disc. Carefully pinch and seal the edges to form a bun.

Step 9

Prepare a steamer with an inch of water. Line the steaming basket with parchment paper or cabbage leaves.

Step 10

Place the buns in the steamer basket, making sure they don't touch each other.

Step 11

Steam the buns over medium heat for about 15-20 minutes until the buns are cooked through.

Step 12

Carefully remove from the heat and serve warm. Enjoy your Paleo Chicken Bao Buns!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(868.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2098.2

Total Fat 115.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 32.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 402.4mg	0%
Sodium 3361.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 175.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.9g	0%
Total Sugars 32.0g
Protein 105.4g	0%

Vitamin D 48IU	0%
Calcium 435.7mg	0%
Iron 9.8mg	0%
Potassium 1084.2mg	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: 48.1%

Protein: 19.4%

Carbs: 32.4%