The Best Keto Chicken Nuggets (Chick-Fil-A Copycat)
The Best Keto Chicken Nuggets (Chick-Fil-A Copycat) bring together delightful flavors and a satisfying crunch while keeping your carb count to a minimum. These crispy nuggets are perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a family dinner, game day snack, or a quick meal for busy weekdays. Made with simple ingredients, they capture the essence of the beloved fast-food treat without the guilt. Simply serve them with your favorite sugar-free dipping sauces and enjoy a deliciously healthy alternative that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup dill pickle juice
- 1 egg (beaten)
- 1.5 cups crushed beef rinds
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Pinch pepper
Instructions
- Cut chicken breasts into 1-inch nuggets and place in a ziplock bag with dill pickle juice. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with a roasting rack.
- In a food processor, crush the beef rinds until fine. Mix with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Remove chicken from marinade and coat in beaten egg before shaking in the beef rind mixture until well-coated.
- Arrange coated nuggets on the prepared baking sheet and bake for about 20 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 nuggets (120g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 140mg