Homemade Keto Chicken Nuggets

Introduction:

Craving crispy, golden chicken nuggets while maintaining your keto lifestyle? Look no further! Our Homemade Keto Chicken Nuggets are here to satisfy your comfort food cravings without the carb overload. Perfect as a snack or meal, these nuggets are keto-friendly and delicious. For personalized keto meal plans and comprehensive support, explore the Custom Keto Meal Plan and the 28-Day Keto Challenge.

Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Serves: 3
Difficulty: Easy
Course: Main Course/Snack
Cuisine: Keto

Ingredients:

• 37.5 ounce canned chicken drained
• 3 large egg
• 3 cup part-skim shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1.5 cup almond flour
• 3 teaspoon onion powder
• 3 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2.25 cup crushed pork rinds
• cooking spray

Instructions:

1. • Preheat oven to 400°. In a large mixing bowl, combine the canned chicken, almond flour, mozzarella cheese, egg, onion powder, and garlic powder until well incorporated.
   • Using a small cookie scoop or tablespoon, scoop out a portion and shape into the shape of a nugget.
   • Dip each chicken nugget into the crushed pork rinds, coating all sides.

   Oven method:

   • Place the nugget on a baking sheet lightly sprayed with cooking spray. Spritz a light coating of cooking spray on top of the nuggets.Bake in a 400 degree preheated oven for 15 minutes or until golden brown, flipping the chicken nuggets over half way thru cooking time.

   Air Fryer method:

   • Place the keto nuggets in the air fryer basket and place in the air fryer. Air fry at 400 degrees for 7-10 minutes, turning halfway through cooking time, until golden.

   Pan Fry method:

   • Heat 1 tablespoon avocado oil over medium heat until hot. Place chicken nuggets in hot oil and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and hot. Transfer cooked nuggets to a paper towel lined plate to absorb any excess grease.

Note: These Homemade Keto Chicken Nuggets are perfect for dipping into sugar-free ketchup, ranch dressing, or aioli.

Nutrition Facts (6nuggets):

• Calories: 425
• Fat: 27g
• Protein: 39g
• Total Carbs: 8g
• Net Carbs: 6g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 1g

For personalized keto meal planning and more keto resources, visit the Custom Keto Meal Plan and embark on the 28-Day Keto Challenge to make your keto journey delicious and successful. Enjoy the crispy goodness of chicken nuggets while staying keto!