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A top-down view of a plate of golden brown keto chicken nuggets arranged neatly on a white ceramic plate, placed on a white marble countertop. The nuggets have a crispy, golden coating, showcasing their crunchy texture and rich, savory appearance. The background is minimal, drawing all focus to the nuggets as the centerpiece.

Keto Chicken Nuggets Recipe

These Keto Chicken Nuggets are crispy, golden, and packed with flavor. Perfect for low-carb lifestyles, they make a great snack or appetizer. Pair them with refreshing iced tea and creamy coleslaw for a delightful meal.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 180 kcal

Equipment

  • Large baking tray
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing bowls (2)
  • Whisk
  • Oven

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound chicken breast chopped into bite sized pieces
  • 2 large eggs whisked
  • 1 teaspoon celery salt
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 cup keto bread crumbs or almond flour
  • 3 tablespoons parmesan cheese

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a large baking tray with parchment paper.
    A large baking tray lined with neatly arranged parchment paper is displayed in a top-down view on a white marble countertop. The tray is empty, and the scene is minimal and clean, emphasizing readiness for the next step.
  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together celery salt, salt, pepper, and eggs.
    A clear glass mixing bowl containing a frothy light yellow mixture of whisked eggs, celery salt, regular salt, and pepper is shown from a top-down perspective. The bowl sits on a white marble countertop, with labeled ingredient containers visible in the background.
  • Add the chopped chicken and mix to coat evenly.
    Bite-sized pieces of raw chicken are coated in the pale yellow egg mixture inside a clear glass bowl. The chicken glistens and has a speckled appearance from the spices. The bowl is positioned on a white marble countertop, surrounded by ingredient containers for celery salt, salt, and pepper.
  • In a separate bowl, combine the parmesan cheese and keto bread crumbs.
    A granular pale yellow mixture of parmesan cheese and keto bread crumbs is shown in a clear glass mixing bowl. The bowl is on a white marble countertop, with small, labeled containers of parmesan cheese and keto bread crumbs neatly placed beside it. The scene is clean and focused.
  • Dip the coated chicken pieces into the dry mix, ensuring all sides are fully coated.
    A breaded piece of chicken is dipped in a bowl containing the dry keto bread crumb and parmesan cheese mixture. The piece is golden from the coating, ready for baking. The clear bowl sits on a white marble countertop, with the wet mixture bowl slightly visible in the background.
  • Arrange the breaded chicken on the prepared tray.
    Breaded chicken pieces are evenly spaced on a large baking tray lined with parchment paper. Each nugget is golden and uniformly coated, ready to bake. The tray is positioned on a white marble countertop, with the dry mixture bowl visible in the background.
  • Bake for 15-17 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
    Golden brown keto chicken nuggets fresh out of the oven are displayed on a parchment-lined baking tray. The nuggets have a crispy, textured surface and are placed on a white marble countertop, emphasizing the perfectly baked crust.
  • Remove the nuggets from the oven and serve immediately.
    A small serving plate is filled with a neatly arranged stack of golden brown keto chicken nuggets. The nuggets are crispy and inviting, set against a simple white marble countertop that highlights their appetizing appearance.