Katsu Chicken

Katsu Chicken is a crispy and flavorful Japanese-inspired dish that is perfect for keto enthusiasts. This dish features tender chicken coated in a gluten-free, low-carb crust, making it a guilt-free snack option.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 300 grams
• Almond flour - 100 grams
• Pork rinds (crushed) - 50 grams
• Egg - 1 large
• Soy sauce (low sodium) - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
• Onion powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Avocado oil - 3 tablespoons

Steps

1. Preheat your air fryer to 200°C (390°F) or heat a skillet over medium heat with avocado oil.
2. In a shallow bowl, combine almond flour, crushed pork rinds, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
3. In another bowl, beat the egg and stir in the soy sauce.
4. Slice the chicken breast in half horizontally to create two thinner pieces.
5. Dip each piece of chicken into the egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off, then coat with the almond flour and pork rind mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
6. If using an air fryer, place the coated chicken in the basket and cook for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown. If using a skillet, fry each piece for about 5-7 minutes per side until cooked through and crispy.
7. Remove from the heat and let rest for a couple of minutes before slicing.
8. Serve warm as a snack or with a low-carb dipping sauce.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 11 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 27 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein to support muscle growth and repair.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for a ketogenic diet.

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