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Savory Almond Flour Chicken Nuggets with Spicy Avocado Dip

Name: Savory Almond Flour Chicken Nuggets with Spicy Avocado Dip
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into nugget-sized pieces; 1 1/2 cups almond flour; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon onion powder; 1/2 teaspoon sea salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 2 large eggs; 1 tablespoon water; 2 tablespoons coconut oil or avocado oil (for frying); 1 ripe avocado; 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice; 1 small garlic clove, minced; 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste); 1/4 teaspoon sea salt; 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped; 2-3 tablespoons water (to thin dip as needed)

By PowerProteinPlates Editorial TeamPublished Apr 4, 2026 | Updated Jul 22, 2026

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Savory Almond Flour Chicken Nuggets with Spicy Avocado Dip with measured ingredients, 35-minute timing, 4-serving yield, and step-by-step instructions for protein-focused meals, snacks, smoothies, and meal preparation.

Prep 15 min

Cook 20 min

Total 35 min

Servings 4

Difficulty easy

Cuisine American

Ingredients

Servings 4

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into nugget-sized pieces
1 1/2 cups almond flour
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 large eggs
1 tablespoon water
2 tablespoons coconut oil or avocado oil (for frying)
For the Spicy Avocado Dip
1 ripe avocado
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 small garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
2-3 tablespoons water (to thin dip as needed)

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Instructions

In a medium bowl, mix almond flour, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, sea salt, and black pepper until well combined.
In a separate shallow bowl, whisk eggs and water together until smooth.
Dip each chicken piece into the egg mixture, letting excess drip off, then evenly coat in the almond flour mixture, pressing gently.
Heat coconut or avocado oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add coated chicken nuggets in a single layer without overcrowding; fry 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Cook in batches if needed.
Remove cooked nuggets and place on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil.
Meanwhile, prepare the spicy avocado dip by blending avocado, lime juice, garlic, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, sea salt, and cilantro until smooth.
Add water gradually to the dip to achieve desired consistency.
Serve warm chicken nuggets with the spicy avocado dip.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently to retain crispiness.