Whole30 Homemade Chick-fil-A Nuggets

Satisfy your fast-food cravings the healthy way with these Whole30 Homemade Chick-fil-A Nuggets! This guilt-free rendition of the classic favorite features tender, bite-sized chicken marinated in tangy pickle juice and creamy coconut milk for maximum flavor and juiciness. Coated in a seasoned almond flour crust and fried to golden perfection in avocado oil, these nuggets are crunchy, Paleo-friendly, gluten-free, and Whole30 compliant. They're quick to cook and best served hot with your favorite Whole30-approved dipping sauce. Perfect for a wholesome family dinner or meal prep, these nuggets bring all the flavor you love without breaking your dietary goals.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:90 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds Chicken breasts
• 0.5 cup Pickle juice
• 0.25 cup Coconut milk
• 2 tablespoons Whole30 compliant hot sauce
• 1 cup Almond flour
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 large Egg
• 0.25 cup Avocado oil

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes for the nuggets.

Step 2

In a bowl, combine the pickle juice and coconut milk. Add the chicken pieces to the brine mixture and marinate for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.

Step 3

Prepare the coating by mixing almond flour, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a shallow dish.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk the egg with the Whole30 compliant hot sauce until well combined.

Step 5

Remove the chicken from the marinade, ensuring any excess liquid is shaken off.

Step 6

Dip each chicken piece into the egg mixture, then coat thoroughly with the almond flour mixture, ensuring each piece is fully covered.

Step 7

Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Step 8

Working in batches, add the coated chicken nuggets to the skillet, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.

Step 9

Once cooked, remove nuggets from the skillet and transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.

Step 10

Serve hot with your favorite Whole30 compliant dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1106.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2299.4

Total Fat 134.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 778.7mg	0%
Sodium 3525.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 35.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.1g	0%
Total Sugars 9.4g
Protein 237.4g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 345.8mg	0%
Iron 10.4mg	0%
Potassium 299.5mg	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: 52.6%

Protein: 41.2%

Carbs: 6.1%