Caffeine Free Paleo Almond Flour Chicken Nuggets
Crispy, golden, and packed with flavor, these chicken nuggets are the kind of comfort food that genuinely earns its place on the dinner table. The almond flour coating delivers a satisfying crunch that rivals anything you'd pull from a fast-food bag, while smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder make every bite deeply savory. Avocado oil in the skillet helps the crust develop that gorgeous deep-golden color without any of the processed additives hiding in conventional breading mixes. Each nugget gets an egg wash first, then a firm press into the seasoned almond flour — a simple two-step technique that keeps the coating locked on through the whole cook. Because every ingredient here is whole and straightforward, there's no need to scan labels for hidden stimulants or mystery additives that can sneak into packaged coatings and sauces. These are a fantastic option for kids and adults alike, and they go from skillet to table fast enough to make weeknight dinner feel effortless.
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4 servings
- 1 ½ lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 ½ cups almond flour
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup avocado oil, divided
Instructions
- 1
Line a sheet pan with a wire rack and set aside. In a shallow bowl, whisk together the almond flour, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until evenly combined.
- 2
Working in batches, dip each chicken piece into the beaten eggs, letting any excess drip off, then press firmly into the almond flour mixture to coat all sides. Set the coated pieces on the wire rack.
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