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These chicken taquitos are a healthier take on a comforting classic! They’re irresistibly crispy on the outside and loaded with flavorful shredded chicken on the inside. Throw these super easy chicken taquitos together with just three simple ingredients!

chicken taquitos on a plate with two glasses of beer and cilantro on the side

What You Need To Make Chicken Taquitos

Chicken Breast – I ran an instagram poll to see if you guys wanted to see chicken or beef taquitos, and chicken won by a landslide! But I don’t blame you guys. Chicken is a staple in my kitchen and something I always have at least a couple pounds of in my freezer.

Salsa – This is where the recipe gets super easy. A single jar of salsa packs in all the flavor this dish needs! I used a roasted chipotle salsa for these chicken taquitos. Though I’ve also tried regular salsa and even salsa verde – all tasted delicious!

Tortillas – I used and love Siete Foods Cassava Flour Tortillas for my taquitos. I love the cassava ones since they’re grain-free, making this recipe even healthier. They’re an amazing options for all my gluten-free friends out there too! However, any taco-sized tortilla will work here.

Adjust This Recipe To Your Diet

Make it Paleo: Use paleo salsa and grain-free tortillas to make these paleo chicken taquitos.

Gluten-Free Tortilla Options: Like I said above, I used Site Foods Grain-Free Tortillas in this recipe, though corn tortillas are a great gluten-free option as well.

Tips For Making Chicken Taquitos

  • Don’t forget to quickly heat your tortillas in a pan before rolling! Warming them up will make them more pliable, and less likely to break when rolled.
  • Avoid overfilling the tortillas with the shredded chicken. I found about 1/4 cup of chicken to be the perfect amount to fit inside each tortilla. Any more chicken and you run the risk of it either breaking through your tortilla or leaking out the sides!
  • Store leftover chicken taquitos in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. To reheat, place on a baking sheet in the oven at 400° Fahrenheit. Bake for 3-5 minutes or until heated throughout.

Three-Ingredient Chicken Taquitos (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free)

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Recipe by Samantha Russo Course: MainCuisine: MexicanDifficulty: Easy
Servings

4

servings
Prep time

10

minutes
Cooking time

20

minutes
Total time

30

minutes

These chicken taquitos are a healthier take on a comforting classic! They’re irresistibly crispy on the outside and loaded with flavorful shredded chicken on the inside. Throw these super easy chicken taquitos together with just three simple ingredients!

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast

  • 1 (16-ounce) jar salsa, see Notes

  • 6 tortillas

  • avocado crema, for serving

Directions

  • Place chicken and salsa in a large pot over medium-high heat, bring to a boil.
  • Once boiling, reduce to a simmer, and cook covered for 10-15 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
  • Remove chicken from pot and shred with two forks then place back into pot and simmer for 1-2 minutes.
  • Place a large pan over medium heat and one by one, quickly warm up the tortillas for 30 seconds per side of until soft and pliable.
  • Place about 1/4 cup of shredded chicken into each tortilla and roll them up to form taquitos. Once all taquitos are prepped, place a couple tablespoons of oil in your pan.
  • Carefully place each taquito in the pan with the seam-side facing down, and lightly fry for 2-3 minutes per side or until golden brown.

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Notes

  • Salsa: Use your favorite salsa in this recipe, I’ve used a whole variety of salsas and they all turned out delicious!

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These paleo chicken pot pies are equal parts delicious and adorable! Extremely cozy, rich, and satisfying – this recipe will quickly become one of your favorites. These individual paleo chicken pot pies contain all of the flavor of traditional chicken pot pie, but are much lighter and healthier.

Overhead shot of three mini paleo chicken pot pies with a scoop taken out.

I was super worried about this recipe. It seemed like a bit of a stretch and I just wasn’t too confident that it would work. You guys, not only did it work, but it turned out INCREDIBLE! These paleo chicken pot pies quickly moved to my #1 favorite recipes I’ve ever made, knocking my healthy hot chocolate out of its spot. The crust on these pies is incredibly buttery, without actually containing any butter. The filling is super rich and creamy, without actually containing any cream. I honestly just can’t believe the sorcery of these paleo chicken pot pies! I had heard that miracles exist, but didn’t truly believe it until now.

What You Need To Make Paleo Chicken Pot Pies

Almond Flour – Almond flour creates the base of this paleo chicken pot pie crust. If you don’t already have almond flour and plan on doing more paleo baking, I definitely recommend you buy some. Though be sure to use almond flour, and not almond meal.

Palm Oil Shortening – This is the paleo equivalent to vegetable shortening. Therefore, if you’re not paleo you can use vegetable shortening instead. In my experience, shortening makes the BEST pie crusts – better than butter. Though if you’d like, you can use cold butter instead of shortening.

Arrowroot Starch – This is the paleo equivalent of corn starch! Since we don’t use heavy cream in this recipe, we rely on a thickener, such as arrowroot starch, to thicken up the filling. If you’re not paleo, you can use corn starch instead.

Coconut Milk – I promise your pot pies won’t taste like coconut! This is another ingredient that will help thicken the filling. Coconut milk also makes these paleo chicken pot pies taste super rich and comforting.

Adjust This Recipe To Your Dietary Needs

  • Add Dairy: Use 1/3 cup cold unsalted butter instead of palm shortening and 1/2 cup of whole milk instead of coconut milk.
  • Make it Vegetarian: Use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth and about 8 ounces of white button mushrooms in place of the chicken in this recipe. If using mushrooms, chop and then add them in with the vegetables in step 5.

Paleo Chicken Pot Pies

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Recipe by Samantha Russo Course: MainCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Intermediate
Servings

4

servings
Prep time

10

minutes
Cooking time

30

minutes
Total time

40

minutes

These paleo chicken pot pies are equal parts delicious and adorable! Extremely cozy, rich, and satisfying – this recipe will quickly become one of your favorites. These individual paleo chicken pot pies contain all of the flavor of traditional chicken pot pie, but are much lighter and healthier.

Ingredients

  • For the pie crust:
  • 1 Cup Almond Flour

  • 1/2 Cup Tapioca Starch

  • 1/4 Teaspoon Baking Powder

  • 1 Teaspoon Salt

  • 1/3 Cup Palm Shortening, see Notes

  • 1 Egg

  • Cold Water, as needed

  • For the filling:
  • 1 Tablespoon Olive oil

  • 1/2 Yellow Onion, chopped

  • 3 Garlic Cloves, minced

  • 1/2 Cup Carrots, chopped

  • 1/2 Cup Celery, chopped

  • 1 Teaspoon Fresh Thyme, see Notes

  • 1 Teaspoon Salt

  • 1/2 Teaspoon Black Pepper

  • 2 Tablespoons Arrowroot Starch, see Notes

  • 1 Cup Chicken Broth

  • 1/2 Cup Full-Fat Coconut Milk, unsweetened

  • 2 Cups Cooked Chicken, cubed

  • 1/2 Cup Peas (fresh or frozen)

  • For the egg wash:
  • 1 Egg, whisked

Directions

  • Preheat your oven to 400° Fahrenheit.
  • Mix together the almond flour, tapioca starch, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.Paleo-Pot-Pie-Process-Photo-Low-Res-01
  • Add palm shortening and gently break apart with a fork until mixture is crumbly.Paleo-Pot-Pie-Process-Photo-Low-Res-02
  • Fold in the egg and gently mix until a dough forms. If mixture is too dry, add 1 tablespoon of cold water at a time until it forms into a ball. Paleo-Pot-Pie-Process-Photo-Low-Res-03
  • Roll dough between two sheets of parchment paper to about 1/4-inch thick, then place in the freezer.Paleo-Pot-Pie-Process-Photo-Low-Res-04
  • Heat the olive oil in a large pot or skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, carrots, celery, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until vegetables are just barely tender.Paleo-Pot-Pie-Process-Photo-Low-Res-05
  • Add in arrowroot starch and cook for 1 minute before adding in the chicken broth and coconut milk. Simmer for 3-4 minutes or until sauce starts to thicken.Paleo-Pot-Pie-Process-Photo-Low-Res-06
  • Add in the cooked chicken and frozen peas, mix to combine. Transfer filling to 4 ramekins.Paleo-Pot-Pie-Process-Photo-Low-Res-08
  • Remove pie crust from freezer and remove one side of parchment paper. Carefully cut into circles large enough to cover each ramekin. Gently transfer each circle to each ramekin, patching the dough as needed.Paleo-Pot-Pie-Process-Photo-Low-Res-09
  • Brush each pot pie with egg wash and cut a 2-inch slit in the center of the crust.Paleo-Pot-Pie-Process-Photo-Low-Res-10
  • Place on a baking tray and bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving.Paleo-Pot-Pie-Process-Photo-Low-Res-11

Notes

  • Palm Shortening: You can use vegetable shortening or cold unsalted butter in place of the palm shortening in this recipe.
  • Fresh Thyme: If you can’t get your hands on any fresh thyme, use 1 teaspoon of dried thyme instead.
  • Arrowroot Starch: You can use corn starch instead or arrowroot starch in this recipe.

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This sheet pan Greek chicken and dairy-free tzatziki sauce is the BEST and easiest meal you’ll make all week! It’s perfect for those nights when you want something delicious, but don’t really feel like cooking. Simply toss a few ingredients on a sheet pan and let your oven do all the work. But don’t forget the dairy-free tzatziki sauce – perfectly tangy and exploding with fresh herb flavor!

Sheet Pan Greek Chicken with Dairy-Free Tzatziki Sauce

This recipe is one of my boyfriend’s all-time favorite meals. He goes to TOWN on the dairy-free tzatziki sauce, like has to have at least a little bit of sauce with every bite. I love this recipe too, but I can’t decided which I love more – how easy it is to make or how freaking delicious it tastes when it’s done. We’ll call it a tie, both qualities are what make this sheet pan Greek chicken with a dairy-free tzatziki sauce incredible. I also made sure to use the best in-season spring vegetables in this recipe. Baby potatoes, artichoke hearts, and green beans create a well-balanced meal with the healthiest and freshest ingredients.

What You Need To Make Sheet Pan Greek Chicken + Dairy-Free Tzatziki Sauce

Lemon Juice and Zest – We love lemon around here, that’s no secret by now. I first tried this recipe using just lemon juice and it didn’t quite give me that kick of citrus I was looking for. That’s when I introduced lemon zest to the mix and WOW, it made all the difference!

Chicken Breasts – You can also use chicken thighs or legs in this recipe. Really whichever part of the chicken you like best, pick up 1 1/2 pounds of it and toss it on your sheet pan.

Artichoke Hearts – Canned, jarred, fresh or frozen artichoke hearts all work for this recipe. If using canned or jarred, make sure they’re packed in water, not oil. I love artichokes for their excellent source of fiber and vitamins. Since they’re a spring vegetable, I try to cook with them as much as I can this time of year!

Dairy-Free Unsweetened Plain Yogurt or Sour Cream – I’ve used both dairy-free yogurt and dairy-free sour cream in this tzatziki sauce recipe, and both worked perfectly. Whichever you choose, make sure it is totally unsweetened (no added sugar!) and plain.

Fresh Dill – Mmmmm one of my favorite fresh herbs! Dill has such a unique flavor and the scent alone is enough to remind me of warm weather. I just love it and use a generous amount in my tzatziki sauce. If you’re not a fan of dill, try using fresh mint instead or you can leave it out altogether. I also would not recommend swapping out dried dill for fresh dill in this recipe.

Adjust This Recipe To Your Dietary Needs

  • Make it Vegan/Vegetarian: Use a block of tofu instead of chicken. Cut the tofu into 1-inch cubes, and toss it in your recipe just as you would the chicken.
  • Make it Paleo: Swap the baby potatoes for 1/2 pound of white sweet potatoes. Cook everything the exact same and you’ll have a quick and easy paleo meal!
  • Add Dairy: Use 1 cup of plain, unsweetened greek yogurt instead of dairy-free yogurt. You can also add a little feta to your finished dish if you’d like.

Sheet Pan Greek Chicken + Dairy-Free Tzatziki Sauce

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Recipe by Samantha Russo Course: MainCuisine: GreekDifficulty: Easy
Servings

3

servings
Prep time

10

minutes
Cooking time

30

minutes
Total time

40

minutes

This sheet pan Greek chicken and dairy-free tzatziki sauce is the BEST and easiest meal you’ll make all week! It’s perfect for those nights when you want something delicious, but don’t really feel like cooking. Simple toss a few ingredients on a sheet pan and let your oven do all the work. But don’t forget the dairy-free tzatziki sauce – perfectly tangy and exploding with fresh herb flavor!

Ingredients

  • For the chicken and vegetables:
  • 1/4 Cup Olive Oil

  • 2 Tablespoons Lemon Juice

  • 1 Teaspoon Lemon Zest

  • 5 Garlic Cloves, minced

  • 1 Tablespoon Dried Oregano

  • 1 Teaspoon Salt

  • 1/2 Teaspoon Black Pepper

  • 1 1/2 Pounds Chicken Breast (see NOTES)

  • 1 Cup Artichoke Hearts, quartered

  • 1 Red Onion, chopped

  • 1/2 Pound Baby Potatoes, halved

  • 1 Cup Green Beans

  • For the dairy-free tzatziki sauce:
  • 1 Cup Dairy-Free Unsweetened Plain Yogurt or Sour Cream (see NOTES)

  • 1 Cup Cucumber, finely chopped (see NOTES)

  • 3 Tablespoons Fresh Dill, finely chopped

  • 2 Teaspoon Lemon Juice

  • 2 Garlic Cloves, minced

  • 1 Teaspoon Salt

  • 1/4 Teaspoon Black Pepper

Directions

  • Preheat your oven to 400° Fahrenheit and line a large sheet pan with parchment paper. Place the chicken breasts, artichokes, onion, and baby potatoes on the tray.Sheet Pan Greek Chicken Process Photo 1
  • In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.Sheet Pan Greek Chicken Process Photo 2
  • Evenly drizzle olive oil mixture over the chicken and vegetables, toss to coat. Sheet Pan Greek Chicken Process Photo 3
  • Bake for 30 minutes, remove halfway, toss and add in the green beans then continue baking.Sheet Pan Greek Chicken Process Photo 4
  • While everything cooks, prepare your dairy-free tzatziki sauce by adding all ingredients to a small bowl and mixing together.Sheet Pan Greek Chicken Process Photo 5
  • When the chicken is cooked through, remove from the oven, let cool slightly and then top with dairy-free tzatziki sauce.Sheet Pan Greek Chicken Process Photo 6

Notes

  • Chicken Breast: You can use 1 1/2 pounds of chicken thighs or legs instead of breasts.
  • Unsweetened Plain Yogurt or Sour Cream: I love the Forager brand dairy-free unsweetened plain yogurt and Kite Hill brand dairy-free sour cream for this recipe.
  • Cucumber: Chop your cucumber into 1/4-inch cubes or smaller for the tzatziki sauce.

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This paleo enchilada casserole is made with the healthiest ingredients! A quick and easy homemade enchilada sauce is bursting with delicious Mexican-inspired flavors. This recipe packs in plenty of veggies and lean protein, making this paleo enchilada casserole a simple a nutritious dinner option.

Paleo Enchilada Casserole served on a plate topped with fresh avocado and jalapenos.

The Story Behind This Paleo Enchilada Casserole

I’m a BIG fan of all things Mexican food. Mexican food is easily my most favorite cuisine (no one tell my Italian grandmother I said that!). My main goal in life, other than creating delicious gluten-free and dairy-free recipes for you guys, is creating EASY gluten-free and dairy-free recipes for you guys. We’re all busy, trust me I get it. And we don’t always have the time to hand-roll 30 paleo meatballs. So I asked myself, what’s easy?? And time and time again came back to casseroles. I might have my mid-western mom to thank for this, she’s a big casserole gal. I find that where I live in the Northeast, casseroles aren’t as big of a part of people’s weekly dinner rotations. Well, I don’t care where you’re from, because I’m gonna make sure you get comfortable and excited about making casseroles!

This paleo enchilada casserole is easy, loaded with flavor, slightly spicy, incredibly healthy, and super satisfying. There are also ways to make this casserole even easier. Not up to making your own enchilada sauce? Simply pick up a bottle from the store! Don’t have time to cook and shred the chicken? Simply pick up some pre-cooked and shredded or chopped chicken from the store! This recipe is really so easy to customize and make your own, which I highly encourage you do. Oh and before I get into the other stuff I should probably note that this paleo enchilada recipe makes a large batch! I got around eight servings out of my casserole and was able to store it in the fridge, then heat it up and enjoy it all week long.

What You Need To Make Paleo Enchilada Casserole

Arrowroot Starch – This is the paleo version of cornstarch. If you don’t have arrowroot starch, you can easily substite it with cornstarch in this recipe. However, do not leave this ingredients out as it is key to making your enchilada sauce thick and creamy.

Chicken Broth – Feel free to use beef broth, vegetable broth, or even bone broth instead. You can use water if you’d like, but I recommend broth for extra flavor.

Sweet Potato – A large sautéed sweet potato replaces black beans in this paleo enchilada casserole recipe. In case you’re not aware, black beans are not paleo-compliant. However, if you are not strict paleo you can easily use one or two cans of black beans instead.

Diced Green Chiles – Though small, diced green chiles pack a TON of flavor. If you’er having a hard time finding diced green chilies at your local grocery store, try looking in the ethnic food aisle – that’s where I almost always find them!

Adjust This Recipe To Your Dietary Needs

  • Add Dairy: Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheese on top of the casserole before baking OR sprinkle queso fresco on top of the casserole after baking.
  • Make it Vegan/Vegetarian: Use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth and 2 cans of drained and rinsed black beans instead of chicken.

Paleo Enchilada Casserole

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Recipe by Samantha Russo Course: MainCuisine: MexicanDifficulty: Easy
Servings

8

servings
Prep time

10

minutes
Cooking time

30

minutes
Total time

40

minutes

This paleo enchilada casserole is made with the healthiest ingredients! A quick and easy homemade enchilada sauce is bursting with delicious Mexican-inspired flavors. This recipe packs in plenty of veggies and lean protein, making this paleo enchilada casserole a simple a nutritious dinner option.

Ingredients

  • For the enchilada sauce:
  • 3 Tablespoons Olive Oil

  • 3 Tablespoons Arrowroot Starch, see Notes

  • 1 Tablespoon Chili Powder

  • 1 Teaspoon Cumin

  • 1 Teaspoon Salt

  • 1/2 Teaspoon Onion Powder

  • 1/2 Teaspoon Garlic Powder

  • 1 Teaspoon Apple Cider Vinegar, see Notes

  • 6 Ounces Tomato Paste

  • 2 Cups Chicken Broth

  • For the casserole:
  • 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil

  • 1 Yellow Onion diced

  • 1 Bell Pepper diced

  • 1 Large Sweet Potato cubed

  • 4 Ounce Can Green Chiles

  • 1 1/2 Pounds Chicken Breast cooked and shredded

  • 8 Grain-Free Tortillas halved, see Notes

Directions

  • For the enchilada sauce:
  • Mix together the olive oil and arrowroot starch in a large saucepan over medium heat.Paleo Enchilada Casserole Process Photo 1
  • Once starch has dissolved, add in the chili powder, cumin, salt, onion powder, and garlic powder and cook for 2 minutes.Paleo Enchilada Casserole Process Photo 2
  • Add in the apple cider vinegar, tomato paste, and chicken broth then bring to a boil before reducing to a simmer for 5 minutes or until sauce has thickened. Use immediately in the recipe below.Paleo Enchilada Casserole Process Photo 3
  • For the casserole:
  • Preheat oven to 375° Fahrenheit and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  • Sauté the onion, bell pepper, and sweet potato in olive oil over medium heat for 10 minutes.Paleo Enchilada Casserole Process Photo 4
  • Add in the diced green chiles, shredded chicken, and 1 cup of enchilada sauce. Cook for another 2 minutes before removing from heat.Paleo Enchilada Casserole Process Photo 5
  • Evenly spread 1/2 cup of enchilada sauce on the bottom of your baking dish. Follow that up with an even layer of 6 tortillas halves, top the tortillas halves with 1/3 of the chicken mixture, repeat with a layer of 5 tortilla halves, then 1/3 cup of the chicken mixture. Layer the last of the tortilla halves, the last of the chicken mixture, and top casserole with 1/2 cup of enchilada sauce.Paleo Enchilada Casserole Process Photo 6
  • Cover casserole with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes, then remove foil and bake uncovered for another 10 minutes.Paleo Enchilada Casserole Process Photo 7

Notes

  • Arrowroot Starch: If not paleo, you can sub 3 tablespoons of cornstarch for the arrowroot starch.
  • Apple Cider Vinegar: You can sub white vinegar for the apple cider vinegar in this recipe.
  • Grain-Free Tortillas: I love and recommend Siete grain-free tortillas, if you’re not grain-free you can use your favorite corn or flour tortillas instead.

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These paleo chicken nuggets are incredibly crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. Impressively simple to make, this recipe is the healthier answer to your fast food craving. And don’t forget the healthy honey mustard – it’s just four ingredients and the PERFECT companion to these paleo chicken nuggets!

Paleo chicken nuggets are finally here! I’ve actually been making this recipe for months, fine-tuning it every time. I’m a firm believer in chicken nuggets always having a place in our lives. They’re not just to enjoy throughout childhood, but adulthood too …and eventually senior-hood.

I also have a secret for how to eat these paleo chicken nuggets that makes them just a little more grown-up. I make a double batch at the beginning of the week, and throw them in all my salads as a crispy, delicious protein! Now I will say, if you plan on doing the same, to reheat these chicken nuggets I highlyyyy recommend warming them up in the oven as apposed to the microwave. The microwave makes these a little soggy, whereas the oven keeps the outside layer nice and crunchy. To do this, set your oven to 400° Fahrenheit and heat your paleo chicken nuggets on a baking sheet for 5-10 minutes or until they’re warm throughout.

And of course, you can enjoy these nuggets anyway you’d like! Another favorite method of mine is serving them with my air fryer sweet potato fries. I also included a BONUS healthy honey mustard recipe for you guys below. Paleo chicken nuggets, air fryer sweet potato fries, and healthy honey mustard is a killer combo. It honestly tastes like you ordered fast food for dinner, but is WAY HEALTHIER.

What You Need To Make Paleo Chicken Nuggets and Healthy Honey Mustard

Almond Flour – If you don’t already have a bag of almond flour in your cabinet, I highly recommend you go out and buy one. I use almond flour in a TON of my recipes, and not just the paleo ones. It’s a great gluten-free and paleo flour substitute, and that’s exactly how we use it in these paleo chicken nuggets.

Tapioca Starch – Another item I highly recommend you pick up next time you’re at the grocery store. Tapioca starch is a great item to have if you intend to cook more paleo recipes. It can act as a substitute to corn starch and since almond flour alone can be kind of dense, tapioca starch really helps to lighten up the crispy coating.

Dijon Mustard – Well, obviously! Dijon is my personal favorites of all the mustards. In my eyes, it’s a more mature yellow mustard. I wouldn’t recommend subbing a different kind of mustard for the dijon in this recipe. Dijon adds a little spice, helping this healthy honey mustard tasting almost identical to your regular ole’ honey mustard.

Paleo Chicken Nuggets + Healthy Honey Mustard (GF/DF)

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Recipe by Samantha Russo Course: MainCuisine: American
Servings

4

servings
Prep time

10

minutes
Cooking time

10

minutes
Total time

20

minutes

These paleo chicken nuggets are incredibly crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. Impressively simple to make, this recipe is the healthier answer to your fast food craving. And don’t forget the healthy honey mustard – it’s just four ingredients and the PERFECT companion to these paleo chicken nuggets!

Ingredients

  • For the chicken nuggets:
  • 1 1/2 Pounds Chicken Breast, see Notes

  • 1 Egg

  • 1 Cup Almond Flour

  • 1/4 Cup Tapioca Starch

  • 1 Teaspoon Paprika

  • 1/2 Teaspoon Garlic Powder

  • 1/2 Teaspoon Onion Powder

  • 1/2 Teaspoon Black Pepper

  • 2 Teaspoons Salt, divided

  • For the healthy honey mustard:
  • 1/4 Cup Dijon Mustard, see Notes

  • 1/4 Cup Honey

  • 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil

  • 1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice, see Notes

Directions

  • Cut chicken into bite-sized chunks and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of salt.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and set aside.
  • In a separate bowl, mix together the almond flour, tapioca starch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and remaining 1 teaspoon of salt.Paleo Chicken Nuggets Process Photo 3
  • Using one hand, place each piece of chicken into the egg, then with the other hand, dredge chicken in the flour mixture.Paleo Chicken Nuggets Process Photo 4
  • To fry: Heat 1/4 cup of oil in a pan over medium/high heat. Working in batches, as to not overcrowd the pan, fry each chicken nugget for 2-3 minutes per side or until cooked through.
    OR
    To bake: Preheat your oven to 425° Fahrenheit, place nuggets on a greased baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through.Paleo Chicken Nuggets Process Photo 5
  • For the healthy honey mustard:
  • Add all honey mustard ingredients to a bowl and whisk until combined.Healthy Honey Mustard Process Photo

Notes

  • Chicken Breast: You’ll be cutting the chicken into bite-sized chunks in the first step of this recipe. I usually cut mine between 2-3 inches big. However, you can definitely cut your chicken into whatever shape/sized you’d like, just take that into consideration when you’re frying or baking your nuggets.
  • Dijon Mustard: I would not recommend subbing any other type of mustard, dijon works BEST in this recipe.
  • Lemon Juice: You can use apple cider vinegar or white vinegar instead of lemon juice, if you’d like.

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