Keto Chicken Fried Chicken
Craving comfort food without the carbs? This Keto Chicken Fried Chicken is a delicious low-carb twist on the classic Southern favorite! Made with juicy, tender chicken breasts coated in a crispy almond flour and parmesan cheese breading, it's perfectly seasoned with garlic, paprika, and a touch of optional cayenne for a flavorful crunch. This keto-friendly recipe skips traditional flour and instead uses a creamy egg wash to create a golden coating that’s fried to perfection in avocado oil or lard. Ready in under 35 minutes, this dish is quick, satisfying, and perfect for weeknight dinners. Pair it with your favorite keto sides like mashed cauliflower or sautéed greens for a wholesome, guilt-free indulgence that everyone will love!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breast, boneless and skinless
- 1 cup almond flour
- 0.5 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 large egg
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 0.5 cup lard or other keto-friendly oil (such as avocado oil)
Instructions
Start by preparing the chicken. If necessary, pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness. This helps to ensure even cooking.
In a shallow bowl, combine the almond flour, grated parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and optional cayenne pepper. Mix well.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and heavy cream until well combined.
Dredge each piece of chicken in the almond flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
Next, dip the chicken into the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off.
Finally, coat the chicken again in the almond flour mixture. Press lightly to ensure the coating adheres to the chicken.
Heat the lard or oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. The oil should be hot but not smoking.
Carefully place the chicken into the skillet. Cook for about 5 minutes on each side, until the coating is golden brown and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
Remove the chicken from the skillet and place it on a wire rack or paper towels to drain any excess oil. Let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Serve hot with your favorite keto-friendly sides and enjoy your delicious, low-carb chicken fried chicken!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3250 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 229.9 g | 295% | |
| Saturated Fat | 75.1 g | 376% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1213 mg | 404% | |
| Sodium | 3788 mg | 165% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.1 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.2 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.0 g | ||
| Protein | 266.8 g | 534% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.0 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 796 mg | 61% | |
| Iron | 12.8 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 2049 mg | 44% | |
*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.
