Keto Air Fried Chicken Thighs
Transform your weeknight dinners with these irresistible Keto Air Fried Chicken Thighs—crispy, juicy, and bursting with flavor! A perfect low-carb alternative to traditional fried chicken, this recipe combines tender chicken thighs coated in a savory mixture of almond flour, Parmesan cheese, and a medley of bold spices like paprika, garlic powder, and cayenne. With just 15 minutes of prep and a quick 20-minute cook time in the air fryer, this dish delivers golden, crunchy perfection without the need for deep frying. Perfect for those on a ketogenic diet or anyone seeking a guilt-free comfort food, these chicken thighs are as nutritious as they are delicious. Serve them with a fresh side salad or your favorite keto-friendly veggies for a wholesome, satisfying meal that’s destined to become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 cup Almond flour
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
Instructions
Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (193°C).
Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and place them in a large bowl.
Drizzle the chicken thighs with olive oil and rub to ensure they are evenly coated.
In a separate bowl, mix together the almond flour, Parmesan cheese, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
Coat each chicken thigh with the almond flour mixture, pressing the mixture onto the chicken to ensure it sticks evenly.
Place the coated chicken thighs in the air fryer basket in a single layer, making sure they do not overlap.
Cook the chicken thighs in the air fryer for 10 minutes, then flip them over, and cook for another 8-10 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the coating is golden and crispy.
Remove the chicken thighs from the air fryer and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
Serve with your choice of keto-friendly side dish or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1884 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 124.5 g | 160% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.3 g | 146% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 584 mg | 195% | |
| Sodium | 2017 mg | 88% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.4 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.7 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.1 g | ||
| Protein | 175.4 g | 351% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 407 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 8.1 mg | 45% | |
| Potassium | 1542 mg | 33% | |
*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.
