Homemade Chicken Nuggets

Prep Time: 20

Cook Time: 10

Total Time: 30

Servings: servings

Course: Dinner/Entree

Cuisine: American

Method: Stove Top

Our Healthy Homemade Chicken Nuggets recipe is an easy and delicious weeknight dinner that is kid-approved!

Prep Bowls: Crack 1 egg into a shallow bowl and whisk; set aside. In another shallow bowl add 1 cup almond flour, 1 tablespoon tapioca starch, 2 teaspoons kosher salt, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, and ½ teaspoon ground black pepper. Mix well.
Bread Chicken: Take several pieces of chicken and place them in the egg, toss to coat. Remove chicken pieces, allowing any excess egg to run off. Place these in the almond flour mixture, lightly coating all sides. Shake off excess and place chicken on plate. Repeat with the rest of the chicken.
Cook: Bring a large cast iron skillet to medium-high heat and add 1-2 tablespoons ghee to melt. Add the breaded chicken to the hot pan (probably done in two batches) and cook 2-3 minutes per side (depending upon how thick the pieces are). Once chicken is fully cooked (165℉ internal temperature) remove from pan and place on a paper towel covered plate.
Serve: Enjoy with your favorite dipping sauce - like our homemade ketchup recipe, dairy-free ranch dressing, or dijon mustard.

Chicken: If you can't find chicken tenders, use 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts and cut into tenders and then 1-2 inch chunks.
Storage: leftover nuggets can be put in an airtight container in the fridge for 4-5 days.

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