Keto Chicken Cutlet provides all of that comfort while lowering carbs. A keto chicken cutlet should be crunchy on the outside, soft on the inside, and filling without carrying you down. The topping has a golden and crunchy texture. Almond flour and parmesan help to resemble bread crumbs without the addition of starches. The spice improves the natural taste of the chicken. These cutlets cook quickly and can be served with a light salad, roasted veggies, or a keto dip. They also reheat well and are perfect to prepare for weekdays, dinners, and family gatherings. We can store cooked cutlets for 50-60 days in the freezer. It gives a rich and flavorful taste in every bite.
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
STATISTICAL OVERVIEW:
- Course: Main Course
- No. of Calories: 290 kcal
- Duration: Fifteen minutes
- Diet: Keto, Low Carb
- Cuisine: American
- Cook time: 12 minutes
- Single portion size: 1 cutlet
- Difficulty level: Easy
- Total servings: 4
- Cooking mode: Pan-fry or Air-fry
- Overall time: 27 minutes
TOOLS:
- Tongs
- Meat mallets
- Knife (sharp)
- Paper towels
- Bowls
- Air fryer or skillet (nonstick)
- Cutting board
- Shallow dredging plates
INGREDIENTS:
- Halt tsp salt
- 2 big eggs
- One cup of almond flour
- 2 tbsp of heavy cream
- 1 tsp of garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp of black pepper
- Onion powder, one tsp.
- 3 tbsp of oil (avocado or olive)
- 1 tsp of paprika
- 4 chicken cutlets, thin
- Half cup parmesan cheese, grated
INGREDIENT DIRECTIONS:
EGGS:
- It helps to provide a stick coating to the chicken. To balance the keto diet, they also include fat in it. We can replace eggs with a mixture of heavy cream and water for dipping, but eggs provide greater sticking power.
ALMOND FLOUR:
- It substitutes regular bread and maintains a lower carb content. It gives a nutty taste and cooks well til browned. Use crashed pig rinds as a low-carb keto alternative for a more crunchy flavor.
CHICKEN CUTLETS:
- Their thin pieces remain moist and cook fast. Use normal chicken breasts and cut them in the horizontal direction if you do not have cutlets. If you want the same keto diet, you can replace the thin turkey cutlets instead.
AVOCADO OIL:
- The use of avocado oil is perfect for pan frying, and it can be heated to a high temperature before it starts to produce smoke.
PARMESAN CHEESE:
- It gives the chicken a crunchy, salty coating that adheres well to the chicken. For added taste, fresh shredded parmesan softens into the crust. You can use Romano cheese or gently grated Asiago for a keto alternative.
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Press the chicken cutlets to dry.
- Then sprinkle some pepper and salt lightly.
- Put the onion powder, parmesan, garlic powder, paprika, and almond flour in a shallow vessel.
- Stir the mixture properly to combine.
- In another bowl, mix heavy cream and eggs.
- Coat the cutlets with a mixture of eggs.
- Allow extra to fall off.
- Cover both sides of the cutlets equally with the almond flour mixture.
- Put some oil in a skillet on a low flame.
- Then keep the cutlets in the pan and cook for a short time of four to five minutes per side.
- Leave it to completely cook and brown.
- To reduce the extra oil from the cutlets, place these cutlets on a paper towel, which will absorb the extra oil.
- To cook in an air fryer, wet the basket, cook for ten to twelve minutes at 380 degrees Fahrenheit, and then turn halfway through the cooking process.
TIPS:
- To keep from burning the almond flour, cook on a medium flame.
- The crust will become softer if the pan is overcrowded.
- If you want to add more crunchy taste to the cutlets, whisk pork rind crumbs with almond flour.
- Before frying, leave the covered cutlets to rest for five minutes to improve the coating’s stickiness.
- If you want consistent cooking, crush the chicken equally.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
ADD-ONS:
- Green Beans
- Cauliflower Rice
- Herb Butter Mushrooms
VEGGIE SIDES:
- Roasted Parmesan Broccoli
- Cauliflower Mash
- Garlic Butter Zucchini Ribbons
SAUCES & DIPS:
- Garlic Mayo Dip
- Ranch Dressing
- Lemon Butter Sauce
SALADS:
- Caesar
- Spinach Avocado
- Greek Feta Cucumber
STORAGE INFORMATION:
REFRIGERATION:
- Keep the cutlet for almost 2-3 days. Heat it again in the pan or air fryer to maintain its crunchy taste.
FREEZING:
- Store cooked cutlets for 50-60 days. Place it in the refrigerator and keep it in the air fryer on a medium setting to heat up again till crunchy and warmed.
FAQs:
Could I bake these in place of frying them?
- Sure, you can bake for 18 minutes at 400 degrees Fahrenheit, turning during the process.
Is it possible to make the chicken cutlets before the time?
- Yes, before cooking, cover the cutlets and chill them for some hrs.
May I use coconut flour?
- Coconut flour is a good absorber that takes in the moisture, which is why we will not use it.
Why is my crust breaking out?
- Before frying, confirm that the cutlets are dry and leave them to rest.
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
NUTRITIONAL FACTS:
Sodium: 330 mg
No. of calories: 290 kcal
Net carbs: 2 g
Fiber: 1 g
Sugar: 1 g
Fats: 18 g
Proteins: 29 g
One single portion: 1 cutlet
Total carbs: 3 g