Whole30 Homemade Chick-fil-A Style Chicken Sandwich

Recreate the iconic flavors of a Chick-fil-A chicken sandwich with this Whole30 Homemade Chick-fil-A Style Chicken Sandwich recipe! Perfectly tender chicken breasts are marinated in tangy pickle juice and creamy coconut milk, then coated in a savory almond flour breading seasoned with garlic, onion, and paprika. Pan-fried to golden perfection in coconut oil, this sandwich is not only crispy and flavorful but also completely grain-free and dairy-free, making it ideal for Whole30, gluten-free, and paleo lifestyles. Instead of a traditional bun, crisp romaine lettuce wraps add a fresh crunch, while Whole30-compliant pickles give it that signature bite. With only 20 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cook time, this healthy twist on a fast-food favorite is quick, wholesome, and incredibly satisfying.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup Pickle juice
• 0.5 cup Coconut milk
• 1 cup Almond flour
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 cup Coconut oil
• 4 slices Whole30 compliant pickles
• 4 Romaine lettuce leaves

Directions

Step 1

Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness, about 1/2 inch thick.

Step 2

In a resealable bag or shallow dish, combine the pickle juice and coconut milk.

Step 3

Add the chicken breasts to the mixture and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, up to 4 hours.

Step 4

In a shallow dish, mix the almond flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.

Step 5

Remove the chicken from the marinade and shake off excess liquid.

Step 6

Coat each chicken breast in the almond flour mixture, pressing down to ensure it adheres well.

Step 7

Heat coconut oil in a skillet over medium heat until hot.

Step 8

Carefully add the chicken breasts to the skillet. Cook for 7-8 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).

Step 9

Remove the chicken from the skillet and let rest on a paper towel to absorb excess oil.

Step 10

To assemble, place each chicken breast on a couple of lettuce leaves, top with two pickle slices, and enjoy your Whole30 chicken sandwich.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(821.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1483.6

Total Fat 111.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 51.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.0g
Cholesterol 170mg	0%
Sodium 5990.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 44.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.0g	0%
Total Sugars 15.1g
Protein 84.2g	0%

Vitamin D 2IU	0%
Calcium 321.0mg	0%
Iron 7.2mg	0%
Potassium 942.8mg	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: 66.2%

Protein: 22.2%

Carbs: 11.6%