If you’re following a carnivore diet or just looking to cut carbs, finding tasty chicken recipes that don’t use flour or breadcrumbs can be challenging.
This Carnivorecrispy zero carb chicken solves that problem perfectly. Using pork rind crumbs instead of traditional breadcrumbs creates a wonderfully crispy coating without adding any carbs to your meal.
With just chicken thighs, eggs, pork rind crumbs, and basic seasonings, you can create a meal that tastes like it took much more effort than it actually did.
Chicken thighs are also a great choice for this recipe because they stay juicy even when baked at high heat, which helps create that perfect contrast between the moist meat inside and the crispy coating outside.
I’ve found that having reliable recipes like this one makes sticking to a carnivore or low carb diet much easier in the long run. Instead of feeling restricted, you can enjoy foods that satisfy those cravings for something crispy and filling.
👍 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Zero Carbs: This recipe contains absolutely zero carbs while still giving you that satisfying crispy coating on chicken.
The pork rind crumbs replace traditional breadcrumbs perfectly, making this a true carnivore friendly option that won’t kick you out of ketosis or break your carnivore diet.
Simple Ingredients: You only need chicken thighs, eggs, pork rinds, and basic seasonings to make this recipe. No long shopping lists or specialty items required.
Crispy Texture: Many carnivore recipes lack the satisfying crunch that carb heavy foods provide.
This recipe solves that problem by creating a genuinely crispy exterior that gives you that textural contrast many people miss on a carnivore diet. The pork rind coating gets wonderfully crispy in the oven, giving you that satisfying crunch with every bite.
✨ Recipe Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 3 cups pork rind crumbs (I recommend these – amazon)
- 3 eggs
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
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👨🍳 How To Make
Follow this easy recipe:
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F.
Step 2
In a bowl, whisk the eggs, then add salt and black pepper and mix well.
Step 3
Place the pork rind crumbs on a plate.
Step 4
Dip each chicken thigh in the egg mixture, then coat thoroughly with pork rind crumbs. Place the coated chicken thighs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Step 5
Bake for 15-20 minutes until crispy and cooked through. Enjoy!
💡Tips
1. Pat the Chicken Dry First
Before starting the coating process, take a minute to pat your chicken thighs thoroughly dry with paper towels. This step might seem small, but it makes a huge difference in how well the egg wash and pork rind coating stick to the meat.
Excess moisture on the surface of the chicken will make the egg mixture slide right off instead of creating a sticky base for your crumbs.
Water and oil don’t mix well, and the fat in the pork rinds needs to adhere to the protein in the egg wash, not compete with surface moisture.
Pay special attention to any folds or crevices in the chicken thighs where moisture tends to hide. If you’re working with frozen chicken that’s been thawed, this step becomes even more important as thawed meat often releases extra liquid.
2. Let the Coating Set Before Baking
After you’ve coated all your chicken pieces, I recommend letting them sit for about 5-10 minutes before putting them in the oven.
This short resting period gives the egg wash and pork rind coating time to adhere better to the chicken, which means less chance of the crispy coating falling off during baking or when you’re eating.
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Print RecipeIngredients
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 3 cups pork rind crumbs (I recommend these – amazon)
- 3 eggs
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- In a bowl, whisk the eggs, then add salt and black pepper and mix well.
- Place the pork rind crumbs on a plate.
- Dip each chicken thigh in the egg mixture, then coat thoroughly with pork rind crumbs. Place the coated chicken thighs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.