Almond & Coconut Paleo Fried Chicken
 
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Serves: 3-4 servings
Ingredients
  • ¾ c shredded unsweetened coconut
  • ½ cup almond flour
  • 1 tsp salt + a pinch extra, divided
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • ⅓ cup coconut flour, sifted
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • ⅓ cup coconut oil
Directions
  1. Trim the chicken thighs of excess fat. Place a large piece plastic wrap over the chicken, and pound them down so they are thin (about ½ to ¾ inch thick) with the bottom of a sturdy glass jar, or a meat pounder if you’re fancy and have one.
  2. Make your dredging stations: mix the shredded coconut, almond flour, salt, garlic and onion powders, and place in a shallow bowl big enough for at least one piece of chicken to lay flat. Place the beaten eggs in another bowl, and the coconut flour in a third bowl by itself.
  3. Arrange the bowls so the order is 1) coconut flour 2) eggs 3) “breadcrumbs” of shredded coconut and almond flour.
  4. Season both sides of the chicken with a small pinch of salt.
  5. Dredge each piece of chicken by lightly coating it in coconut flour, then dipping it in the eggs, then coating it in breadcrumbs. Let the chicken sit while you heat up the oil.
  6. Heat the coconut oil in a large skillet. You want about ⅛ inch of oil in the bottom of the pan, so if your pan is very large, you may need to add another tablespoon or two. Allow the oil to heat for about 2 minutes, until when you hold your hand an inch or two above the skillet, it feels hot. Don’t use the water trick or you’ll burn yourself!
  7. When the oil is hot, add the chicken to the pan. Cook until golden brown and crispy, about 5-6 minutes on each side, or until cooked through (if your pieces are thicker, they’ll take a little longer). If the chicken starts to get too brown, turn the heat down a little bit. Use tongs to turn the chicken to avoid any oil splashing.
  8. Serve immediately. Don't forget your hot sauce and ranch dressing!
Recipe by Dana Monsees Nutrition at https://www.realfoodwithdana.com/almond-coconut-paleo-fried-chicken/