Whole30 Fried Chicken Burger
Indulge in the crispy, golden perfection of this Whole30 Fried Chicken Burger, a healthy twist on a classic comfort food favorite! This gluten-free and grain-free recipe uses a flavorful blend of almond flour, coconut flour, and spices like paprika and garlic powder to create a crunchy coating without compromising your Whole30 goals. Juicy chicken breasts are pan-fried in coconut oil for a satisfying, crispy texture, and served between crisp lettuce leaves, making it the perfect bun-less burger. Layered with fresh tomato, crunchy red onion, and tangy pickles, this burger is a mouthwatering meal that’s ready in just 35 minutes. Whether you're meal-prepping or seeking a quick, wholesome dinner, this paleo-friendly recipe will have you coming back for more.
Try SnapCalorie's FREE AI assisted nutrition tracking free in the App store or on Android.
Scan with your phone to download!
Ingredients
- 2 medium (about 6-8 ounces each) chicken breasts
- 1 cup almond flour
- 0.5 cup coconut flour
- 1 large egg
- 0.25 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup coconut oil
- 4 large lettuce leaves
- 1 large tomato
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 8 pieces pickle slices
Directions
Step 1
Place the chicken breasts between two pieces of plastic wrap and use a meat mallet or rolling pin to pound them to an even thickness, about 1/2 inch thick.
Step 2
In a shallow bowl, combine the almond flour, coconut flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Step 3
In another bowl, whisk together the egg and almond milk until well mixed.
Step 4
Dip each piece of chicken into the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off, then coat thoroughly in the flour mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.
Step 5
In a large skillet, heat the coconut oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Step 6
Carefully place the coated chicken breasts into the hot oil, frying for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through, with an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
Step 7
Remove the chicken from the skillet and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Step 8
While the chicken rests, slice the tomato and red onion, and prepare the lettuce leaves.
Step 9
To assemble each burger, place a lettuce leaf on a plate, top with the fried chicken breast, 2-3 slices of tomato, a few slices of onion, and pickles. Use an additional lettuce leaf to top the burger.
Step 10
Serve immediately and enjoy your Whole30 fried chicken burger!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1140.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2703.4 |
| Total Fat 191.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 110.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g | |
| Cholesterol 545.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4084.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 92.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 40.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 27.8g | |
| Protein 165.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 75.7IU | 0% |
| Calcium 487.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 13.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1117.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories