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air fried chicken nuggets on a white platter

Keto Chicken Nuggets In Air Fryer

Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Servings: 5
Calories: 296
Author: Lisa MarcAurele
Enjoy crispy homemade chicken nuggets without the high carb count, thanks to my keto chicken nuggets air fryer recipe. These nuggets are made with low-carb alternatives like pork rinds, parmesan cheese, and almond flour for a naturally gluten-free meal that is sure to please the masses!
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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ lbs. Boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into pieces
  • ½ cup Almond flour
  • 2 Large eggs beaten
  • 1 ½ cup Pork rind crumbs
  • ⅓ cup Parmesan cheese
  • ½ tsp. Garlic powder
  • ½ tsp. Onion powder
  • ½ tsp. Paprika
  • ½ tsp. Oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat the air fryer to 400°F degrees, and grease a pan or rack well.
  • Place the pork rind crumbs, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, oregano and salt and pepper to taste into a shallow bowl, and combine well.
  • Add the almond flour to another shallow bowl.
  • Put the beaten eggs into a third bowl.
  • Coat the chicken pieces in almond flour.
  • Dip the chicken into the egg.
  • Dredge the chicken pieces into the pork rind crumb mixture, and place onto the greased pan or rack.
  • Air fry for 8-10 minutes until crispy and browned.

Nutrition

Calories: 296 | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 39g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 100mg | Sodium: 428mg | Potassium: 538mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 348IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 123mg | Iron: 1mg

Additional Info

Net Carbs: 2 g | % Carbs: 2.8 % | % Protein: 55.5 % | % Fat: 41.6 % | SmartPoints: 6
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