Keto Fried Chicken

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This quick and easy fried chicken recipe is perfect for the keto diet. Chicken breast is pounded thin and breaded in a seasoned almond flour coating and fried in avocado oil.

close up view of Keto Fried Chicken served with lemon wedges on a plate
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Servings:
2
Yield:
2 servings
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Ingredients

  • 1 (10 ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breast

  • salt to taste

  • 1 tablespoon blanched almond flour

  • ½ cup blanched almond flour

  • ¼ cup freshly grated Grana Padano cheese

  • ½ teaspoon salt, or as needed

  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

  • ½ teaspoon granulated garlic

  • ½ teaspoon paprika

  • 1 large egg

  • 2 tablespoons milk

  • ¼ cup avocado oil for frying, or as needed

  • 1 lemon, quartered

Directions

  1. Remove chicken breast from the fridge 20 minutes before preparing the dish. Cut into 4 equal portions. Place each chicken piece in between plastic wrap and pound with a meat tenderizer to 1/4-inch thickness. Lightly salt chicken on both sides and dust with 1 tablespoon almond flour.

  2. Combine 1/2 cup almond flour, Grana Padano cheese, 1/2 teaspoon salt, pepper, garlic, and paprika in a shallow bowl. Break egg into a second shallow bowl and whisk in milk. Dip each chicken piece first in egg mixture, shaking off excess, then into the almond mixture, pressing down to insure complete coverage. Place breaded chicken pieces on a plate.

  3. Pour enough avocado oil into a large skillet to cover the bottom by a 1/4-inch. Heat over medium-high heat until it shimmers but is not smoking. Carefully lower each piece of chicken into the hot oil and cook for 2 minutes. Turn and cook on the other side until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F (74 degrees C), about 2 more minutes. Drain chicken on a paper towel-lined plate and serve with lemon wedges.

Cook's Notes:

You can also use 2 smaller breasts instead of 1 large one.

Substitute Parmigiano Reggiano cheese for Grana Padana cheese.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

486 Calories
29g Fat
16g Carbs
45g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 2
Calories 486
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 29g 37%
Saturated Fat 5g 27%
Cholesterol 184mg 61%
Sodium 926mg 40%
Total Carbohydrate 16g 6%
Dietary Fiber 7g 24%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 45g 91%
Vitamin C 42mg 47%
Calcium 194mg 15%
Iron 2mg 13%
Potassium 421mg 9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.