Low Carb Homemade KFC Style Chicken Leg
Craving crispy, golden fried chicken without the guilt? This Low Carb Homemade KFC-Style Chicken Leg recipe delivers all the crunch and flavor you love in a healthier, keto-friendly twist! Featuring a delectable blend of almond flour, Parmesan cheese, and flavorful seasonings like paprika, garlic powder, and oregano, this recipe creates a mouthwatering coating that mimics the iconic KFC experience without the carbs. Each tender chicken leg is dipped in a creamy egg wash before being oven-baked to perfection, eliminating the need for deep frying while still achieving that irresistible crispy texture. Ready in under an hour, this easy, gluten-free dish is perfect for satisfying your fried chicken desires while staying on track with your low-carb lifestyle. Serve it hot with your favorite dipping sauce or a side of veggies for a meal that’s both indulgent and guilt-free!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken legs
- 1 cup Almond flour
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp Paprika
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Onion powder
- 1 tsp Dried oregano
- 1 tsp Dried thyme
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 0.25 tsp Cayenne pepper
- 2 large Eggs
- 0.25 cup Heavy cream
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
Pat the chicken legs dry with paper towels to ensure the coating sticks well.
In a shallow bowl, combine the almond flour, grated Parmesan cheese, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly distributed.
In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and heavy cream until smooth.
Dip each chicken leg into the egg mixture, making sure to coat it evenly.
Next, dredge the chicken leg in the almond flour mixture, pressing the flour mixture onto the meat to coat well. Place the coated chicken on the prepared baking sheet.
Repeat the dipping and dredging steps for each chicken leg.
Drizzle the olive oil over the coated chicken legs to help achieve a crispy texture.
Bake the chicken legs in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until the coating is golden brown and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Allow the chicken legs to rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your homemade, low carb KFC-style chicken legs hot!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2178 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 171.1 g | 219% | |
| Saturated Fat | 45.7 g | 228% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 926 mg | 308% | |
| Sodium | 3655 mg | 159% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.3 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.4 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.6 g | ||
| Protein | 134.9 g | 270% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 798 mg | 61% | |
| Iron | 12.6 mg | 70% | |
| Potassium | 1280 mg | 27% | |
*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.
