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Keto Pepperoni Pork Rind Chicken Bites

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Servings 15 people
Calories 177kcal
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Ingredients

  • 2 ounces pork rinds
  • 3 eggs large
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 pound chicken tenders sliced into 15 strips
  • 2 cups avocado oil
  • 15 slices pepperoni large slices
  • 15 slices provolone
  • ½ cup fresh basil sliced

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories177kcalNet carbs1gFat12gProtein15g

Instructions

  • Place 2 ounces pork rinds in a large plastic bag. Press out air and seal. Use a rolling pin or meat mallet to crush into fine crumbs with no large pieces.
    2 ounces pork rinds
  • Spread crushed pork rinds on a parchment-lined sheet pan.
    2 ounces pork rinds
  • In a medium bowl, whisk 3 eggs and 2 tablespoons water until fully combined.
    3 eggs, 2 tablespoons water
  • Add 1 pound chicken tenders to the egg wash and toss to coat.
    3 eggs, 1 pound chicken tenders, 2 tablespoons water
  • Place egg-washed chicken onto crumbs and turn repeatedly to coat. Remove and repeat with remaining pieces.
    1 pound chicken tenders, 2 ounces pork rinds
  • Heat 2 cups avocado oil in a deep pan to 350 degrees F / 177 degrees C.
    2 cups avocado oil, 1 pound chicken tenders
  • Working in batches, fry 10 pieces at a time for 3 to 5 minutes, turning as needed to prevent sticking. Cook until golden and chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F / 74 degrees C. Rest cooked chicken on paper towels to absorb excess oil. Repeat with remaining chicken.
    1 pound chicken tenders, 2 cups avocado oil
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment. Lay out 15 slices pepperoni. Top each with 15 slices provolone and 2 to 3 leaves of the ½ cup fresh basil.
    15 slices pepperoni, 15 slices provolone, ½ cup fresh basil
  • Place one piece of cooked chicken on top of each and roll tightly. Secure with a toothpick.
    1 pound chicken tenders
  • Serve and enjoy.
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Per Serving:  186 calories, 18 g protein  g, 1 g carbohydrates,  12 g fat