Paleo Homemade KFC Style Chicken Leg
Craving the irresistible crunch of fried chicken but want to keep it healthy and Paleo-friendly? This Paleo Homemade KFC Style Chicken Leg recipe delivers all the crispy, golden goodness without compromising your dietary goals. Perfectly seasoned with a blend of garlic powder, smoked paprika, and fragrant herbs like thyme and oregano, these chicken legs feature a gluten-free coating made from almond flour and arrowroot powder. Dipped in a creamy coconut milk and egg wash and fried to perfection in coconut oil, they’re then baked for tender, juicy meat that’s bursting with flavor. Whether served with Paleo-approved sides or enjoyed on their own, these chicken legs are a delicious way to upgrade your fried chicken game while staying on track. Ready in under an hour and packed with wholesome ingredients, these are finger-lickin' good with a healthy twist!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 chicken legs
- 2 cups almond flour
- 4 tablespoons arrowroot powder
- 2 egg
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 cup coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place a wire rack over a baking sheet and set aside.
In a medium-sized bowl, combine the almond flour, arrowroot powder, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, dried oregano, dried thyme, sea salt, and black pepper. Mix well to ensure an even distribution of spices.
In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and coconut milk until fully combined and smooth.
Dip each chicken leg first into the egg and coconut milk mixture, allowing any excess to drip off.
Next, thoroughly coat the chicken leg in the almond flour mixture, pressing gently to ensure the coating adheres well.
Place the coated chicken on the wire rack and repeat the process with the remaining chicken legs.
In a large skillet, heat the coconut oil over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the chicken legs, frying in batches if necessary, to prevent overcrowding.
Fry each piece for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown, then transfer them back to the wire rack on the baking sheet.
Once all the chicken legs are fried, place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and juices run clear.
Remove the chicken from the oven and allow it to rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your Paleo Homemade KFC Style Chicken Legs with your favorite Paleo-friendly sides or dipping sauces.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5157 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 437.6 g | 561% | |
| Saturated Fat | 224.9 g | 1124% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1299 mg | 433% | |
| Sodium | 3452 mg | 150% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 98.8 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.9 g | 85% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.2 g | ||
| Protein | 221.8 g | 444% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.4 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 612 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 20.0 mg | 111% | |
| Potassium | 2264 mg | 48% | |
*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.
