Lemon-Paprika Keto Chicken Nuggets

By AislePrompt Editorial · ·

How this recipe was made — this recipe was drafted by AislePrompt's AI-assisted pipeline from technique templates and USDA-sourced nutrition data, and published by AislePrompt Editorial — see how AislePrompt recipes are developed and reviewed.

Crispy, golden-brown chicken nuggets with a zesty citrus kick and smoky paprika flavor. This American-inspired keto recipe, ready in about 22 minutes, pairs chicken breast, almond flour, paprika for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 250 calories and feeds 4, 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 American cuisine 250 cal/serving
Build a week of meals around this recipe → Shop this recipe on Instacart → Shop equipment ↓

Ingredients

The air fryer we’d crisp this in → Best Air Fryers for 2026: Top Picks + Buying Guide

Affiliate disclosure: AislePrompt may earn a commission on qualifying purchases made through Amazon links, at no additional cost to you. See our policy →

Equipment for this recipe

Tools this recipe's steps call for, with a link to each on Amazon.

More Small appliances → Shop all kitchen tools →

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Dice chicken breast into 1-inch cubes, patting dry with paper towels to ensure crispiness.
  2. Step 2: Whisk almond flour, paprika, lemon zest, and 1 tbsp olive oil in a shallow bowl until fully combined.
  3. Step 3: Coat chicken cubes evenly in the flour mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
  4. Step 4: Arrange coated chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring no pieces overlap.
  5. Step 5: Air fry at 375°F for 12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through until golden brown and crisp at the edges.
  6. Step 6: Let rest 2 minutes before serving to lock in juices.

Related recipes