Air Fryer Whole30 Paleo Chicken Nuggets
These Whole30- and Paleo-friendly chicken nuggets are a healthier take on the classic comfort food. They're made with almond flour and tapioca flour instead of breadcrumbs, and they're air-fried instead of deep-fried, so they're lower in fat and calories. But they're just as crispy and delicious as traditional chicken nuggets! Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce for a satisfying snack or meal.
Chicken nuggets are a beloved comfort food, but they're often not the healthiest choice. They're typically made with white bread crumbs, which are high in refined carbohydrates. And they're usually deep-fried, which adds a lot of fat and calories. But what if you could enjoy chicken nuggets that were both healthy and delicious? That's where these Whole30 and Paleo chicken nuggets come in. They're made with almond flour and tapioca flour instead of breadcrumbs, and they're air-fried instead of deep-fried. This makes them lower in fat and calories, but just as crispy and delicious as traditional chicken nuggets.
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 12 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1/4 cup almond flour
  • 1/4 cup tapioca flour
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine the chicken, almond flour, tapioca flour, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat.
  2. Add the olive oil and toss to coat.
  3. Place the chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
  4. Air fry at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
Why It Works
  • Almond flour and tapioca flour are both gluten-free and grain-free, making these chicken nuggets suitable for people with celiac disease or gluten intolerance.
  • Air-frying is a healthier cooking method than deep-frying, as it uses less oil and produces less fat and calories.
  • The combination of almond flour and tapioca flour gives these chicken nuggets a crispy exterior and a tender interior.
  • The garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper give these chicken nuggets a savory flavor that everyone will enjoy.