Here is a recipe for low calorie chicken nuggets that are crispy and flavorful, served with a homemade secret sauce:
Chicken Nugget Ingredients:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Olive oil cooking spray
Secret Sauce Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and a pinch of salt and pepper.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the almond flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Dip the chicken pieces in the egg mixture, then roll them in the almond flour mixture to coat. Place the coated chicken pieces on the prepared baking sheet.
- Spray the chicken nuggets lightly with olive oil cooking spray.
- Bake the chicken nuggets in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until they are cooked through and crispy.
- While the chicken nuggets are cooking, prepare the secret sauce. In a small bowl, mix together the Greek yogurt, ketchup, honey, mustard, vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Serve the chicken nuggets with the secret sauce on the side for dipping.
This recipe makes 4 servings.
Chicken Nugget Macros:
Calories: 170
Protein: 23 grams
Fat: 6 grams
Carbohydrates: 10 grams
Fiber: 2 grams
Secret Sauce Macros:
Calories: 35
Protein: 3 grams
Fat: 0 grams
Carbohydrates: 6 grams
Fiber: 0 grams
This recipe is a great source of protein and is low in fat and calories. The secret sauce adds flavor and nutrition to the dish, making it a tasty and satisfying meal that can be enjoyed as part of a balanced diet.
Note: You can customize this recipe by using different types of flour or breadcrumbs to coat the chicken, or by adding different herbs and spices to the secret sauce to vary the flavor. You can also serve the chicken nuggets with a variety of dipping sauces or with a side of vegetables for added nutrition.