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Low Carb Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets Recipe
Prep Time
10 minutes
Total Time
25 minutes
Yield
4
servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound Chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- ⅛ teaspoon sea salt
- 1 tablespoon canola oil (or avocado oil)
- ¼ cup coconut flour
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 4 egg whites
- 6 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
Nutrition Info Per Serving
Serving Size
4 ounce
Carbohydrates
5
g
Protein
30.5
g
Fat
8
g
Calories
222
Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets are a fantastic option for a quick weeknight dinner. With just a few ingredients like chicken breasts, coconut flour, and toasted sesame seeds, you can whip up a low-carb meal that clocks in at only 5 grams of carbs per serving. These nuggets are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, making them a great choice for family gatherings or meal prep. Plus, they fit seamlessly into a keto-friendly lifestyle, supporting your health goals without sacrificing taste.
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees F.
- Cut the chicken into 1 inch pieces, dry off, and place into a bowl. Toss with salt and oil until coated.
- Place the coconut flour and pepper in a large plastic bag and shake to combine. Add the chicken and shake until coated.
- Place the egg whites in a large bowl and add in the chicken nuggets.
- Add the sesame seeds to the large plastic bag, then place the nuggets back into the bag and shake until well coated.
- Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Place the nuggets into the basket, making sure to not crowd them or they won't get crispy.
- Cook for about 6 minute at 400 degrees F. Flip each nugget and add more cooking spray. Then, cook an additional 5-6 minutes until no longer pink inside (and/or internal temp reaches 165 degrees F), with a crispy outside. Serve warm and with your choice of dipping sauce!
- (OPTIONAL) NUTTY DIPPING SAUCE: Whisk the following ingredients together in a medium bowl until smooth: 2 Tbsp almond butter, 4 tsp soy sauce or tamari, 1 Tbsp water, 2 tsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp sriracha to taste, ½ tsp ground ginger, and ½ tsp Virta-friendly sweetener.
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