Here’s a Keto Fried Chicken recipe that’s super crispy, flavorful, and totally low-carb — perfect for satisfying your fried food cravings while staying in ketosis! 🍗🔥
🍗 Keto Fried Chicken (Crispy & Low-Carb)
🛒 Ingredients:
For the Chicken:
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1½ to 2 lbs chicken (thighs, drumsticks, or breast tenders)
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1 cup buttermilk (or almond milk + 1 tbsp vinegar for dairy-free)
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1 tsp hot sauce (optional, for marinade)
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Salt and pepper to taste
For the Breading:
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1 cup almond flour
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½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (not the shredded kind)
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1 tbsp paprika
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp onion powder
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½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
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Salt and black pepper to taste
For Frying:
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Avocado oil, coconut oil, or lard (high smoke point oils)
👩🍳 Instructions:
1. Marinate the Chicken
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In a bowl, mix buttermilk with salt, pepper, and optional hot sauce.
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Add chicken and marinate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight in the fridge.
2. Prepare Keto Breading
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In a separate bowl, combine almond flour, Parmesan, and spices.
3. Bread the Chicken
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Remove chicken from marinade and let excess drip off.
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Dredge each piece in the keto breading mixture, pressing it on to coat well.
4. Fry
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Heat about 1 inch of oil in a heavy skillet (cast iron is ideal) to 350°F (175°C).
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Fry chicken in batches for 4–6 minutes per side, depending on thickness, until golden brown and internal temp reaches 165°F (74°C).
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Drain on a wire rack or paper towels.
✅ For a healthier option: Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 30–35 minutes, or air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway.
🧄 Serve With:
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Sugar-free dipping sauces (like keto ranch or spicy mayo)
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Coleslaw or a green salad
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Cauliflower mash or keto biscuits
📝 Tips:
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Use crushed pork rinds instead of almond flour for ultra-crispy coating.
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Add a little baking powder to the dry mix for more puff and crunch.
Want a spicy Nashville hot version, a baked-only method, or a chicken tenders version for dipping?