Keto Fried Chicken
Craving something crispy and delicious? The Keto Fried Chicken recipe is your answer! Perfectly seasoned and fried to golden perfection, it's the ultimate comfort food that fits into your low-carb lifestyle. Enjoy it for dinner tonight!
Equipment
- Food Processor
- Skillet
- Whisk
- Frying Pan
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
- 4 lbs skin-on chicken Chicken drumstick, thigh, and breast pieces.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup almond flour
- 1 1/2 cups keto bread crumbs
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 serving oil For frying * See notes
Instructions
- Pat the chicken dry and season with salt and pepper. In a bowl, whisk together the eggs and cream. In a separate bowl, whisk together the keto bread crumbs, almond flour, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Dip each piece of chicken in the egg/cream mixture, then in the breadcrumb mixture, until coated. Repeat the process until all the chicken is coated.
- Add ½ inch of oil to a deep pan or pot. Once hot, add the chicken pieces and fry until golden brown and chicken has an internal temperature of 165°C.
Notes
- Use oil with a high smoke point: Choose oils like avocado or safflower for frying.
- Storage: Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Freezing: Place cooled fried chicken in a ziplock bag and store in the freezer for up to 6 months.
- Reheating: Avoid microwaving; reheat in the oven or air fryer for the best results.