Description
Smoky, juicy grilled keto chicken nuggets for one — no breadcrumbs, no fuss. Ready in 15 minutes with bold flavor and zero carbs.
Ingredients
1 small chicken breast or 2 chicken tenders (about 4–5 oz)
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
Optional: 1 tablespoon pickle juice or apple cider vinegar for tang
Instructions
1. Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and toss with olive oil, spices, and optional brine. Let marinate 10–15 minutes.
2. Preheat a grill pan or outdoor grill to medium-high heat. Grease grill pan if needed.
3. Place chicken on hot grill. Cook 2–3 minutes per side until internal temp reaches 165°F.
4. Let nuggets rest for 2–3 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container up to 3 days.
- These reheat well in a skillet or air fryer.
- Pair with sugar-free BBQ sauce or keto ranch for dipping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: grilled keto chicken nuggets, low-carb chicken bites