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Just like the title states, this simple and delicious fried chicken comes together in minutes. Simply combining almond flour, coconut flour and some spices and then baking the chicken in an air fryer or oven, "fried" chicken is created. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. Whole30, low carb and gluten free.

Simply Delicious "Fried" Chicken (Whole30, Gluten Free, Keto, Low Carb, Egg Free, Dairy Free)

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Just like the title states, this simple and delicious fried chicken comes together in minutes. Simply combining almond flour, coconut flour, unsweetened coconut flakes and some spices and then baking the chicken in an air fryer or oven, "fried" chicken is created. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. Whole30, low carb and gluten free. 

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 2 chicken thighs 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 chicken thighs, bone in, skin on
  • 1 tbsp coconut flour
  • 1 tbsp almond flour
  • 1 tbsp shredded coconut, unsweetened
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 -2 tsp chili powder (depending on how spicy you like it)

Instructions

Air Fryer Method

  1. Combine dry ingredients in a large bowl.
  2. Toss chicken thighs in dry mixture and cover completely
  3. Place in air fryer at 360 for 20 minutes.

Oven Method

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.  Line a large baking sheet with copper mat or parchment paper
  2. Combine dry ingredients in a large bowl.
  3. Toss chicken thighs in dry mixture and cover completely with mixture
  4. Place in oven and cook for 30-35 minutes or until chicken juices run clear (internal temperature of 165 degrees F).

Notes

  • Feel free to change the seasonings by adding more spices such as garlic, onion or smoked paprika.
  • If it doesn't get quite crispy enough in the oven, after chicken has cooked, place chicken under the broiler set on "high" for 3-5 minutes but make sure you watch it carefully as it will burn quickly.
  • This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled.
  • Author: Cat
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Meals
  • Cuisine: Whole30, Keto, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Egg Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 thigh
  • Calories: 268
  • Fat: 16.8 g
  • Carbohydrates: 3.5 g
  • Fiber: 2.1 g
  • Protein: 26.3 g
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