Paleo Chicken Chips

Chicken Chips are a delicious, gluten-free and potato-free snack that combines good taste with nutrition.

The emphasis on high-protein snacks lately has led to some innovative (and eyebrow raising) culinary offerings both on shelves and in the kitchen. One such invention is Chicken Chips, a protein-packed snack made from real chicken and seasonings. They contain no potatoes, grains, dairy, or artificial additives, making them a clean and nutritious alternative to potato chips—and perfect for Paleo snacking.

Our recipe for Paleo Chicken Chips ensures this crispy, crunchy treat follows Paleo principles while keeping you full, supporting muscle health, and providing lasting energy. In addition, because they’re not fried, Chicken Chips are also lower in unhealthy fats, making them a smart snack choice for anyone following a Paleo lifestyle or looking for a healthier snack option.

Chicken Chips taste great on their own or, with a little creativity, make a great gluten-free or potato-free addition to other recipes. Use them as the base for Paleo tostadas, crumbled over a salad, or rolled into a thicker layer to make a dairy-free chicken crust pizza. For a fun twist, thoroughly oil your waffle maker and cook the chicken mixture for about 5 minutes to create chicken waffles!

The classic way to eat these chips is paired with a dip, like the ones below (check out our Paleo Sauces page for more Paleo-friendly recipes):

Tips:

Chicken Chips may differ in cook times depending on your oven and how thin you roll the mixture. Check the oven around the 30-minute mark and adjust the remaining time if needed.
Omit the baking soda to make this snack TRUEPALEO™ certified.
Add a kick to your chips with chile pepper flakes or chile powder.

Chicken chip mixture in a food processor.

Rolling out chicken chip mixture with a rolling pin.

Raw chicken chip mixture on a baking sheet.

Cooked chicken chip mixture on a baking sheet.

Chicken chips broken into pieces on a cutting board.

Hand holding a chicken chip with a scoop of guacamole.

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Paleo Chicken Chips

Recipe by: Jess Case
Serves: 2
Meal: Anytime

Serves: 2
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes

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Ingredients

1 lb ground chicken
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp paprika
1/4 tsp cumin

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Directions

Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a food processor or medium bowl, thoroughly mix all ingredients together until the mixture reaches a paste-like texture.
Place chicken mixture in the middle of the baking sheet. Cover with plastic wrap and use a rolling pin to flatten the chicken into a thin layer (if the layer is more than ¼ʺ thick, remove half the mixture and cook in batches).
Remove the plastic wrap and transfer the baking sheet to the oven. Bake for 45 minutes or until crispy.
Let cool for at least 20 minutes (chicken will continue to harden during this time).
Use a pizza cutter or break the chips with your hands into bite-sized pieces. Enjoy chips the day of baking or store for a few days in an airtight container.