Paleo Homemade KFC Style Fried Chicken
Craving the iconic crunch of fried chicken but looking for a healthier, paleo-friendly twist? This Paleo Homemade KFC Style Fried Chicken offers all the crispy, flavorful goodness without the guilt. Coated in a seasoned blend of almond flour and tapioca starch, and fried to golden perfection in nutrient-rich coconut oil, this dish is a clean-eating dream. The secret spice mix—including paprika, garlic powder, thyme, and a hint of cayenne—delivers that signature KFC-inspired flavor, while a coconut milk and egg wash ensures each drumstick is perfectly coated. Ready in just 45 minutes, this gluten-free, dairy-free, and grain-free recipe is perfect for satisfying comfort food cravings while staying true to your paleo lifestyle. Serve it hot and savor the deliciously crispy, guilt-free indulgence!
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Ingredients
- 8 pieces Chicken drumsticks
- 2 cups Almond flour
- 1 cup Tapioca starch
- 1 cup Coconut milk
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 tablespoon Garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon Onion powder
- 2 teaspoons Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1 cup Coconut oil
Directions
Step 1
In a bowl, combine the almond flour, tapioca starch, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, dried thyme, and cayenne pepper. Mix well to create the flour mixture.
Step 2
In another bowl, whisk together the coconut milk and eggs until fully combined.
Step 3
Heat the coconut oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. The oil should be about 1/2 inch deep in the pan.
Step 4
Dip each chicken drumstick into the coconut milk mixture, ensuring it is fully coated.
Step 5
Dredge the chicken in the flour mixture, covering it completely and gently pressing the mixture onto the chicken.
Step 6
Working in batches if necessary, carefully add the coated chicken drumsticks to the hot oil.
Step 7
Fry the chicken drumsticks for about 12 to 15 minutes on each side, or until the coating is crisp and the chicken is cooked through with an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
Step 8
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the pan and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Step 9
Repeat with any remaining chicken until all pieces are cooked.
Step 10
Serve the paleo fried chicken hot and enjoy your guilt-free indulgence.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1836.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 5682.1 |
| Total Fat 402.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 216.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.8g | |
| Cholesterol 1116mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3119.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 304.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 27.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 33.2g | |
| Protein 235.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 82IU | 0% |
| Calcium 693.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 22.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2475.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories