Pork Rind Chicken Nuggets

Pork Rind Chicken Nuggets are a crispy, low-carb alternative to traditional chicken nuggets, coated in flavorful and crunchy pork rinds. Perfect for a satisfying dinner, these nuggets are both delicious and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 300 grams
• Pork rinds - 100 grams, crushed
• Egg - 1 large
• Almond flour - 30 grams
• Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
• Onion powder - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
3. In a shallow bowl, beat the egg and season it with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
4. In another bowl, combine the crushed pork rinds and almond flour.
5. Dip each chicken piece into the egg mixture, ensuring it is well-coated.
6. Then, roll the egg-coated chicken in the pork rind and almond flour mixture until fully covered.
7. Place the coated chicken nuggets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
8. Drizzle olive oil over the nuggets to help them crisp up in the oven.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through, flipping halfway through.
10. Remove from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 120 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Low in carbohydrates, suitable for ketogenic and low-carb diets.

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