Dill-Lemon Almond-Crusted Chicken Bites

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-07 · Updated 2026-04-07

Juicy chicken cubes coated in a crispy almond-dill crust with a bright lemon finish—ready in 24 minutes for a satisfying keto meal. This American-inspired chicken recipe (keto, high-protein), ready in about 24 minutes, pairs Chicken breast, Almond flour, Dried dill for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 12 oz (350g), cut into 1-inch cubes Chicken breast
• 1/2 cup (50g) Almond flour
• 1 tsp Dried dill
• 1 tsp Lemon zest
• 1/2 tsp Garlic powder
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• 1/4 tsp Salt
• 1/4 tsp Black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes. In a shallow dish, mix 1/2 cup almond flour, 1 tsp dried dill, 1 tsp lemon zest, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
2. Step 2: Dip each chicken cube in 1 tbsp olive oil, then coat thoroughly in almond flour mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
3. Step 3: Arrange coated chicken in single layer in air fryer basket, ensuring no overlap.
4. Step 4: Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 12 minutes, shaking basket halfway, until golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
5. Step 5: Transfer to plate and sprinkle with extra 1/4 tsp lemon zest for brightness. Rest 2 minutes before serving.