The Best Keto Chicken Nuggets (Chick-Fil-A Copycat)
If you’re looking for a deliciously crispy and guilt-free snack, you’ve found it! These Best Keto Chicken Nuggets (Chick-Fil-A Copycat) deliver all the flavor you crave without the carbs. Made with tender chicken breasts and coated in a savory beef rind mixture, these nuggets are perfect for family dinners, game day snacks, or meal prep. Paired with a sugar-free dipping sauce, they offer an indulgent yet healthy option that kids and adults alike will love. Enjoy them baked to perfection for a delightful crunch that satisfies your cravings while keeping your keto diet on track.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 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 of pepper
Instructions
- Cut chicken breasts into 1-inch nuggets.
- Place chicken in a large ziplock bag and add dill pickle juice. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight.
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with a roasting rack.
- In a food processor, crush beef rinds until fine; transfer to a bowl and mix with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Remove chicken from the fridge, discard pickle juice, and coat in beaten egg.
- Transfer chicken to the bag with the beef mixture and shake until evenly coated.
- Spread nuggets on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer and bake for about 20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Serve hot with your favorite sugar-free dipping sauces.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 nuggets (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg