If you’re eating healthy but craving a tub of the Colonel’s finest, we’ve got you covered with this Low Carb Copycat KFC Chicken recipe seasoned with 11 herbs and spices just like the original recipe!
Low Carb Breaded Chicken Recipe
I’ve hit that point with healthy eating where often when I indulge in some unhealthy food that I used to love, it doesn’t taste anything like what I remember!
Does that happen to you?
Recently, I was at a potluck and one of the parents brought a giant tub of KFC. It looked and smelled amazing, so I decided that I was going to let myself have some rather than feel deprived.
But once I got past that golden, crispy skin… I wasn’t enjoying it.
I mean, the skin always was the best part, but I couldn’t even finish my piece – it was that bad.
So, for my next “treat meal” (because I don’t believe in “cheat meals”) I decided to attempt my own copycat, low-carb version of KFC chicken. This recipe is full of flavor and has that same glorious crunchy skin (thanks for a double coating in almond flour).
I felt so satisfied after this meal – and at 2g net carbs per piece, you can eat your KFC Keto Chicken and feel good about it!
I’ve included directions below for both fried KFC copycat chicken and Baked KFC Chicken, so pick whichever one is more in line with your health goals. (Hint: if you’re feeling lazy, go for the baked version.)
Low Carb KFC Chicken Ingredients
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4 chicken thighs, deboned and cut into 2-3 pieces each
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1 1/2 cups almond flour
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3 teaspoons KFC seasoning, to taste
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2 eggs
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2 cups oil of choice
- 2/3 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon basil
- 1/3 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon celery salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried mustard
- 4 teaspoon paprika
- 2 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 3 teaspoon white pepper
Tip: I like to triple the seasoning recipe and have it ready on hand for the next time I have a “fried” chicken craving.
Kitchen Tools You May Find Helpful
- Measuring cups and spoon
- Sharp kitchen knife
- Cutting board
- Small bowls (for dredging)
- Cookie sheet or heavy stockpot/dutch oven
How to Make Fried Keto KFC Chicken
Place oil in a heavy pan or deep fryer.
Set heat to medium and allow to heat as you prepare the chicken tenders.
In a small bowl, mix together 1/2 cup of the almond flour with 1 teaspoon or more of the KFC seasoning.
Crack the eggs into a second bowl and whisk for 30 seconds.
Dredge the chicken through the almond flour mixture, then the eggs, then repeat through the almond flour.
I had to do this in 3 batches as the almond flour gets wet and clumpy after a while (more so than all-purpose flour).
When the oil is hot, add 3 pieces of chicken at a time and allow to cook for 4-5 minutes each, until cooked through and golden brown, flipping halfway through.
Remove the chicken to a paper-towel lined plate or tray and repeat with the remaining chicken.
How to Make Baked KFC Chicken
Preheat oven to 350F
In a small bowl, mix together 1/2 cup of the almond flour with 1 teaspoon or more of the KFC seasoning.
Crack the eggs into a second bowl and whisk for 30 seconds.
Dredge the chicken through the almond flour mixture, then the eggs, then repeat through the almond flour.
Bake the chicken on a cookie sheet 15-20 minutes until an inserted thermometer reads 165F or the chicken is completely cooked through.
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To bake the chicken instead of frying, bake at 350F on a cookie sheet 15-20 minutes until an inserted thermometer reads 165F or the chicken is completely cooked through.Low Carb KFC Chicken Copycat
Ingredients
Homemade KFC seasoning:
Instructions
Notes
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
10
Serving Size:
1
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 631Total Fat: 62gSaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 53gCholesterol: 105mgSodium: 735mgCarbohydrates: 5gFiber: 3gSugar: 1gProtein: 18g
This low carb chicken recipe is perfect for when you want to feel indulged yet stay on track.
For more delicious low carb chicken recipes, check out our Cheesy Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken and Cauliflower or our Spicy Indian Grilled Chicken recipe.