Grainless Crispy Chicken Nuggets Recipe
Grainless crispy chicken nuggets are coated in a spicy batter and fried in coconut oil. Absolutely delicious and ready in 30 minutes.
Servings 2
Calories 390kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound of skinless and boneless chicken breast cut into bite-size pieces
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup tapioca starch
- ¼ cup coconut oil
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika or cayenne pepper if you like heat
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Combine eggs, tapioca starch, garlic powder, paprika, salt and pepper in a large bowl.2 eggs, ½ cup tapioca starch, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon paprika, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon black pepper
- Place chicken in the batter and coat well.1 pound of skinless and boneless chicken breast
- Heat coconut oil in a skillet.¼ cup coconut oil
- Carefully place the chicken pieces in batches into the hot skillet, and cook for 4 to 5 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels.
- Transfer to broiler pan and broil for 3-4 minutes on each side. Serve immediately.
Notes
Can I use another oil instead of coconut oil? Totally! You’re pretty free with whatever kind of oil or fat you use. Avocado oil or ghee work for shallow frying. Each oil has its unique flavor, so the taste might vary slightly. Just be sure when you heat the oil, it doesn't smoke.
Can I use boneless, skinless chicken thighs instead of breasts? Absolutely! Boneless, skinless chicken thighs can be a great alternative. They’ll be juicier, and you may even find them a bit more flavorful. Just adjust the cooking time to ensure they’re fully cooked through.
How can I make these nuggets spicier? To add heat, mix some cayenne pepper, chili powder, or hot sauce into the batter. You can also serve the chicken nuggets with a spicy dipping sauce like a sriracha-mayo combo as I do in my broiled salmon recipe and quick and easy spicy salmon bake cups.
How should I store leftovers to keep them fresh? Leftovers will keep in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 390kcal
did you make this recipe? We want to see! Take a pic, and tag @glutenfreehomestead on Instagram.
