Nutmeg Free Paleo Almond Flour Chicken Nuggets

Crispy, golden, and packed with smoky-garlicky flavor, these pan-fried chicken nuggets are the kind of comfort food that feels indulgent without any of the usual compromises. The coating is built entirely from almond flour seasoned with smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder — no fillers, no mystery spices, and absolutely nothing that would trip up anyone avoiding warm spice blends that often sneak nutmeg into the mix. Cooking them in batches in avocado oil over medium heat gives each nugget a deeply golden crust that stays crisp even after you transfer them to the wire rack. The egg wash helps the almond flour cling beautifully, so you get that satisfying crunch in every bite without needing breadcrumbs or any grain-based coating. These are genuinely crowd-pleasing — the kind of thing kids and adults both reach for first — and they come together with straightforward pantry staples. Serve them straight from the skillet while they're at peak crispiness, and don't be surprised if the batch disappears faster than expected.

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