KetoAir Fryer Fried Chicken

5.0(234 reviews)
36,115 views
2.82g
Net Carbs
150m
Total Time
Advanced
Difficulty
5
Servings

About This Recipe

If you thought nutritious and diet-friendly food meant giving up on your favorite comfort delicacies, our Keto Air Fryer Fried Chicken begs to differ. Rooted in Southern cuisine, this mouthwatering delight uniquely combines a host of flavors, tantalizing your taste buds with everything from aromatic Italian seasoning to fiery cayenne pepper. The brilliance of this recipe lies in its versatility; it caters to different spice tolerances offering a customized culinary experience. To top it all, the quintessential crispy texture typical of fried chicken is beautifully retained in this guilt-free version, thanks to the magic of an air fryer.

We figured that one of the challenges experienced by those following a ketogenic diet is the restriction on traditional comfort foods. The Keto Air Fryer Fried Chicken is our endeavor to bust this myth. This lip-smacking dish fits seamlessly into your keto diet, with pork rinds substitute for traditional breading. We recommend checking out our keto mobile app for more such keto-friendly swaps and recipes that redefine 'diet food', making your journey colorful, delicious yet aligned with your goals.

The Keto Air Fryer Fried Chicken is set to become your kitchen favorite, with its simple ingredients and quick cooking time. It effortlessly binds the nutritional benefits of the ketogenic diet with the savory, heartwarming flavors of Southern cuisine. Relish this recipe hot off the air fryer, or pair it with your favorite low-carb sides for a fulfilling, nutrient-rich meal that fuels you through your day – no compromises on taste, no breaking your diet. Bon Appétit!

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Ingredients

chicken
5 Lbs Chicken (About 10 Pieces)
heavy cream
1 Cup Heavy Cream
vinegar
1 Tbsp Vinegar
pork rinds
2 Cups Pork Rinds, Crushed
sea salt and pepper
1/2 Tsp Sea Salt and Pepper
seasoning
2 Tsp Italian Seasoning
celery salt
1 Tsp Celery Salt
mustard
1 Tsp Dried Mustard
paprika
4 Tsp Paprika
cayenne
1 Tsp Cayenne (Optional for extra spice)
garlic powder
2 Tsp Garlic Powder
coconut oil
1 Tbsp Coconut Oil
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Directions

Place chicken in a large bowl. Mix heavy cream and vinegar then pour over chicken. Let the chicken soak in the liquid for 2 hours in the refrigerator.

In a large bowl or dish, combine pork rinds, salt, Italian seasonings, celery salt, black pepper, dried mustard, paprika, cayenne, and garlic powder.

Dip each piece of chicken in dry pork rind mixture until coated.

Spread 1 tablespoon coconut oil in bottom of air fryer basket.

Arrange chicken in single layer on basket.

Air fry at 360°F for 10 minutes, rotate, then air fry another 10 minutes. Test chicken temperature to reach 165°F and continue cooking if needed.

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Nutrition Facts

Per 5 servings
Calories
727
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 56.51g
34%
Saturated Fat 23.88g
119%
Cholesterol 227.72mg
76%
Sodium 1082.1mg
45%
Total Carbohydrate 4.02g
10%
Dietary Fiber 1.2g
5%
Included Sugar 1.69g
Net Carbohydrates 2.82g
14%
Key metric for ketogenic diet
Protein 49.3g
66%
Vitamin D 1.2mcg
6%
Calcium 77.22mg
6%
Iron 2.88mg
16%
Potassium 531.49mg
21%
* The % Daily Value (DV) 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.
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Keto-Friendly
Values calculated based on ketogenic diet guidelines emphasizing low carbs, moderate protein, and high healthy fats.