Keto Fried Chicken in Air Fryer
If you’ve been craving crispy fried chicken but want to stick to a strict lifestyle, this keto fried chicken made in the air fryer is the perfect solution. The air fryer makes the chicken wonderfully crispy without deep frying in heavy oils, making it super easy. You’ll love how the chicken comes out juicy inside, with a crunchy, golden crust on the outside. And all this without compromising on flavor.
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 252kcal
Ingredients
- 4 Pieces Chicken Leg Quarters
- 2 Pieces Eggs
- 1 Cup Breadcrumbs
- 1/4 Cup Almond Flour
- 1 Tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil - spray
- 1 Tablespoon Granulated Garlic
- 1/2 Tablespoon Onion Powder
- 1/2 Tablespoon Smoked Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients in one place, including chicken leg quarters, eggs, almond flour, breadcrumbs, and seasonings. This makes the process smoother and ensures you don’t miss anything while preparing. Make sure your air fryer is preheated to 430 Fahrenheit (220 Celsius).
- In a dish, whisk together the eggs for the wet coating. Combine the breadcrumbs, almond flour, and seasonings like garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in another dish. This step ensures each coating is ready for a smooth and easy dipping process.
- Dip the chicken leg quarters into the beaten eggs, making sure they are fully coated. Then, coat the chicken in the dry breadcrumbs and almond flour mixture, pressing lightly to ensure it sticks. Repeat for each piece of chicken, providing an even coating all around.
- Spray a light coat of EVO oil inside the air fryer basket to prevent sticking and to help the chicken crisp up. Be sure not to over-spray, as too much oil can result in a greasy coating. The goal is a crisp, golden exterior.
- Place the coated chicken leg quarters into the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not overcrowded. Set the air fryer to 430 Fahrenheit (220 Celsius) and cook the chicken for 15 minutes to crispy and golden brown. Flip the chicken halfway through and add 10 minutes more for even cooking on all sides.
Video
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Notes
- Don’t Skip the Oil Spray: Lightly spraying the air fryer basket and the chicken with EVO oil is essential to achieve a crispy, golden finish without fat overload.
- Try Different Seasonings: If you want to switch up the flavor, experiment with different seasonings, such as cayenne pepper for a kick or Italian seasoning for a savory twist.
- Batch Cooking: When preparing multiple pieces, cook them in batches to avoid overcrowding the air fryer. This secures even cooking and better crispiness.
- Flavor: You can add a little heavy cream and parmesan cheese for added depth.
Nutrition
Serving: 1Serving | Calories: 252kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 735mg | Potassium: 136mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 0.4g | Vitamin A: 439IU | Vitamin C: 0.5mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 2mg