Pickle-Brined Keto Fried Chicken PT30M https://img3.recipesrun.com/201907/2019/1016/99/e/573195/300x200x90.jpg This Pickle Brined Keto Fried Chicken is crispy with tender, flavorful chicken. Skip the pickle brine and it will still taste amazing! 4 servings Ingredients: 2 cups avocado oil 1-2 cup whey protein isolate, (or 1-2 cups finely crushed pork rinds) 1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper 1/2 tsp. coarse salt 1 tsp. Dijon mustard 1 heaping tbsp mayo 2 large eggs, beaten 2 cups pickle juice, from a jar of pickles 3 lb chicken thighs,, boneless and skinless

Pickle-Brined Keto Fried Chicken

4.9

( By Ellie )

This Pickle Brined Keto Fried Chicken is crispy with tender, flavorful chicken. Skip the pickle brine and it will still taste amazing!

01 Information

Grade easy
Serving 4 servings
Prep Time 10 Mins
Cook Time 20 Mins
Total Time 30 Mins

02 Ingredients

- 2 cups avocado oil
- 1-2 cup whey protein isolate, (or 1-2 cups finely crushed pork rinds)
- 1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 tsp. coarse salt
- 1 tsp. Dijon mustard
- 1 heaping tbsp mayo
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 2 cups pickle juice, from a jar of pickles
- 3 lb chicken thighs,, boneless and skinless

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03 Method

Step 1

Place chicken in a large, resealable plastic bag. Pour pickle juice over chicken and place in refrigerator. Marinate for 8-24 hours, depending on how much pickle flavor you want your chicken to have (I go for the full 24)!
Step 2

Drain chicken and discard pickle juice. Pat chicken dry and cut into 2-3 pieces each, if desired. Pat chicken dry with paper towels.
Step 3

Mix together eggs, mayo, dijon, salt, and pepper, then toss the chicken in the mixture, taking care to make sure it's entirely coated.
Step 4

Preheat the oil in a large, deep skillet until shimmering. Working quickly, dredge each piece of chicken in whey protein (or pork rinds) and place in the oil. Cook until both sides are well-browned and chicken is cooked through, turning just once.
Step 5

Drain cooked chicken pieces on paper towels. Serve with your favorite sauce. We like the Garlic Mustard Aioli from Trader Joe's (or make your own) or a good, homemade ranch dressing. Be happy that you can eat yummy things like this on a keto "diet"!

04 Author

Ellie

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Pickle-Brined Keto Fried Chicken

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