Paleo Crispy Fried Chicken Cutlet
Sink your teeth into the perfect Paleo Crispy Fried Chicken Cutlet, a mouthwatering twist on a classic comfort food that's entirely gluten-free, grain-free, and packed with flavor. These tender chicken cutlets are coated in a savory, golden crust made from a blend of almond and coconut flours, seasoned with garlic, onion, paprika, and a hint of sea salt and black pepper. Lightly pan-fried in coconut oil for that irresistibly crispy texture, this dish delivers a satisfying crunch without compromising on clean eating. Ready in just 35 minutes, these cutlets are perfect for a wholesome weeknight dinner or a special weekend treat. Serve them with vibrant lemon wedges to complement their rich, savory profile, and watch this Paleo-friendly recipe become a new family favorite!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breasts
- 0.5 cup almond flour
- 0.25 cup coconut flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup coconut oil
- 1 for serving lemon wedges
Directions
Step 1
Start by preparing the chicken breasts. Slice each breast lengthwise into thin cutlets. Place the cutlets between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound them gently with a meat mallet to ensure even thickness.
Step 2
In a shallow dish, mix together the almond flour, coconut flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, sea salt, and black pepper.
Step 3
In a separate bowl, beat the eggs lightly.
Step 4
Dip each piece of chicken into the egg mixture, allowing the excess to drip off, then dredge in the almond flour mixture. Press gently to ensure the coating sticks well.
Step 5
In a large skillet, heat the coconut oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Step 6
Carefully add the cutlets to the skillet, cooking in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding. Fry each side for about 3-4 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the chicken is fully cooked through.
Step 7
Transfer the cooked chicken to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
Step 8
Serve the crispy chicken cutlets hot, with fresh lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the top before eating.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (767.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2326.3 |
| Total Fat 165.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 106.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.9g | |
| Cholesterol 757.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2840.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 37.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 19.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 5.1g | |
| Protein 170.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 86.5IU | 0% |
| Calcium 242.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1613.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories