Try Spicy “Fried Chicken” Thighs!
Fried chicken isn't exactly healthy. However, we all can't help ourselves from time-to-time. If you want all the deliciousness of fried chicken without the carbs of other unhealthy stuff, then you are going to absolutely LOVE this recipe! Spicy “Fried Chicken” keeps the flavors and texture on point, without ever touching a frying pan!
Let's start with the seasonings. The delicious coating is what really takes this meal to the next level. It's comprised of a simple concoction: sour cream, paprika, chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder, and cayenne. This simple blend is what creates that pop of flavor and a hint of heat that will keep you coming back for more!
Of course, since we aren't actually frying the chicken, you'll are likely curious about how we replicate the crispy outside. The answer? Pork rinds! Simply toss the pork rinds in a food processor and then coat the chicken. You'll have that hint of crunch on the outside and the succulently moist inside–just like regular fried chicken!
The best part? You don't need to actually fry this low-carb fried chicken! The oven works just as well and keeps it much healthier. Pop the chicken in the oven for 45 minutes and remember to turn them about halfway through the cook time. That's it! It's so easy and absolutely delicious!
If you want to serve up something that will really get your guests talking, then spicy “fried chicken” thighs are the meal for you. It's low carb, full of flavor, and absolutely easy to make. Whether you've been on the keto diet for a while, or brand new to it, this is the type of meal that you can get behind!
Try this meal for yourself and watch how quickly you add it to your list of favorites!
| Servings: |
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne
- 8 boneless chicken thighs
- 4 ounces pork rinds
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment.
- Whisk together the sour cream, paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne in a small bowl then pour into a large zippered freezer bag.
- Add the chicken thighs and shake to coat – set aside for 15 minutes.
- Transfer the chicken thighs to a clean bag, letting the excess marinade drip off.
- Place the pork rinds in a food processor and pulse into fine crumbs.
- Add the crumbs to the bag with the chicken and shake to coat.
- Place the chicken on the baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake for 40 to 45 minutes until the chicken is cooked through, turning after 20 minutes.
NUTRITIONAL DISCLAIMER
The content on this website should not be taken as medical advice and you should ALWAYS consult with your doctor before starting any diet or exercise program. We provide nutritional data for our recipes as a courtesy to our readers. We use Total Keto Diet app software to calculate the nutrition and we remove fiber and sugar alcohols, like erythritol, from the total carbohydrate count to get to the net carb count, as they do not affect your blood glucose levels. You should independently calculate nutritional information on your own and not rely on our data. The website or content herein is not intended to cure, prevent, diagnose or treat any disease. This website shall not be liable for adverse reactions or any other outcome resulting from the use of recipes or recommendations on the Website or actions you take as a result. Any action you take is strictly at your own risk.
Dr. Rosmy Barrios, MD is an aesthetic medicine specialist whose work focuses on patients who are treated for obesity, metabolic syndrome, and other weight-related issues through nutritional analysis, keto diet programs, and supporting medications.
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