Country Fried Chicken with Gravy Low Carb
Indulge in the comfort food classic with a guilt-free twist—this Country Fried Chicken with Gravy is a low-carb masterpiece that doesn’t compromise on flavor. Juicy, tender chicken breasts are coated in a crispy, golden crust made from almond flour, Parmesan cheese, and optional pork rinds for an extra crunch. The savory, creamy gravy is thickened with xanthan gum, making it keto-friendly and irresistibly luscious. With just 15 minutes of prep and a skillet-ready cooking method, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve it alongside cauliflower mash or roasted green beans for the ultimate low-carb comfort meal that will keep everyone coming back for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Almond flour
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 cup Ground pork rinds (optional, for extra crunch)
- 2 pieces Large eggs
- 2 tablespoons Heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.25 cup Avocado oil (or other high-heat oil)
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 0.5 cup Heavy whipping cream (for gravy)
- 0.25 teaspoon Xanthan gum
Instructions
Pound each chicken breast to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch using a meat mallet or rolling pin. This ensures even cooking.
In a shallow bowl, mix almond flour, grated Parmesan cheese, ground pork rinds (if using), salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
In another shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs and 2 tablespoons of heavy whipping cream to create an egg wash.
Dip each chicken breast into the egg wash, coating it completely, and then dredge it in the almond flour mixture. Press gently to ensure the coating sticks and fully covers the chicken. Repeat for all pieces.
Heat the avocado oil in a large, heavy skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the breaded chicken breasts. Cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until the coating is golden brown and the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F.
Remove the cooked chicken to a plate and cover with foil to keep warm while preparing the gravy.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to low and add the butter. Once melted, pour in the chicken broth and deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits for extra flavor.
Stir in the heavy whipping cream and let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Sprinkle in the xanthan gum while whisking vigorously to thicken the gravy. Allow the gravy to simmer until it reaches your desired consistency.
Taste the gravy and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
Serve the country fried chicken hot, generously drizzled with the creamy gravy. Pair with low-carb sides like cauliflower mash or roasted green beans for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
861 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 60.9 g | 78% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.6 g | 98% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 312 mg | 104% | |
| Sodium | 1075 mg | 47% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.3 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.2 g | ||
| Protein | 71.0 g | 142% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 237 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 776 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
