Description
A delicious and satisfying Keto Fried Chicken recipe that is crispy, flavorful, and low in carbs, perfect for a keto lifestyle.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken pieces (legs, thighs, or breasts)
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- Oil for frying (avocado or coconut oil recommended)
Instructions
- Rinse chicken pieces under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- In a large bowl, combine almond flour, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggs and heavy cream.
- Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat.
- Dip each chicken piece in the egg mixture, then coat with the almond flour mixture.
- Fry chicken pieces for about 8-10 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove chicken from oil and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Allow to rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use a thermometer to check the internal temperature of the chicken (should reach 165°F).
- Ensure oil is hot enough before frying to avoid greasy chicken.
- Allow fried chicken to rest on paper towels to maintain crispiness.
- Consider marinating chicken for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
