Keto Chicken and Waffles
Elevate your breakfast game with this indulgent yet guilt-free Keto Chicken and Waffles recipe! Combining crispy, oven-baked chicken thighs coated in a flavorful almond flour and Parmesan crust with golden, cheesy waffles made from mozzarella and coconut flour, this dish is a delicious low-carb twist on a Southern classic. Perfect for those following a keto lifestyle, this recipe offers layers of smoky paprika, garlic, and onion flavors, paired with a delightfully crisp waffle texture. Ready in just over an hour, it’s an irresistible choice for brunch, dinner, or a special treat. Serve it with sugar-free syrup or a drizzle of hot sauce to complete the ultimate keto comfort food experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1.5 cups Almond flour
- 0.5 cups Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 large Eggs
- 2 tablespoons Heavy cream
- 0.25 cups Coconut oil
- 1 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 2 ounces Cream cheese
- 0.25 cup Coconut flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 1 tablespoon Psyllium husk powder
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a shallow dish, combine almond flour, Parmesan cheese, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
In another bowl, whisk together eggs and heavy cream to create an egg wash.
Dip each chicken thigh first in the egg wash, then coat with the almond flour mixture, pressing the coating onto the chicken to adhere well.
Heat coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry chicken thighs for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Transfer the browned chicken pieces to the prepared baking sheet and bake in the oven for about 20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
For the waffles, microwave mozzarella cheese and cream cheese together in a microwave-safe bowl for 1-2 minutes until melted and smooth. Stir well.
Add coconut flour, baking powder, and psyllium husk powder to the cheese mixture and combine thoroughly.
Preheat a waffle iron. Divide the batter into 4 equal parts and cook each batch in the waffle iron as per the manufacturer's instructions until golden brown and crisp.
To serve, place a waffle on each plate and top with a crispy chicken thigh. Optional: add sugar-free syrup or hot sauce to taste.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
848 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 66.7 g | 86% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.3 g | 146% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 246 mg | 82% | |
| Sodium | 1151 mg | 50% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.8 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.7 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.1 g | ||
| Protein | 51.7 g | 103% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 454 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 686 mg | 15% | |
*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.
