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These air-fried chicken strips are a healthier alternative to deep-fried chicken, but just as juicy and crispy! They are also low-carb, paleo and Whole30.
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Air-Fried Chicken Strips (Low-Carb, Paleo)

These air-fried chicken strips are a healthier alternative to deep-fried chicken, but just as juicy and crispy! They are also low-carb, paleo and Whole30.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 202kcal

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • Tongs

Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken strips (16 oz)
  • 1 large egg

Dry Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup blanched almond flour (60 g)
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • olive oil spray

Instructions

  • Preheat air fryer to 400F.
  • Add egg to a bowl and whisk.
  • Add almond flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder and paprika to a second bowl and stir to combine.
  • Dip the chicken into the dry mixture and tap off the excess. Dip into the egg mixture, then back into the dry mixture, making sure to get the dry mixture into all the crevices of the chicken. Repeat until all chicken is coated.
  • Spray olive oil in the air fryer basket. Spread chicken out in the basket of the air fryer in a single layer with room between each piece of chicken. Two or more batches may be needed with a small air fryer.
  • Cook for 5-6 minutes at 400F, then flip over and cook for another 5-6 minutes. Check that the temperature is at least 165F before consuming. For thighs, wings and legs, see modified cook times below.

Notes

Nutrition Facts (per 1/4 batch): 202 calories, 8 g total fat, 6 g total carbs, 2 g fiber (4 g net carbs), 28 g protein
For thighs, wings and legs:
  • Wings: 400F for 6 minutes on each side
  • Boneless thighs: 400F for 10 minutes on each side
  • Legs or bone-in thighs: 400F for 12 minutes on each side