Keto Buffalo Chicken proves that eating a gluten-free and low carb diet doesn’t have to mean sacrifice! Juicy chicken is fried crispy and tossed with a classic sauce you love. I like to make this in the air fryer – it saves money on oil and reduces the greasiness. Feel free to fry them if you like. Either way, you are going to love this irresistible recipe that has just 2 net carbs per serving!
You Are Going to Go Wild for This Keto Buffalo Chicken!
It is always a good time for this Keto Buffalo Chicken!
I used to think Buffalo Chicken was reserved for Saturdays when we were watching football.
One week I had everything I needed to make it, and then the boys talked me into ordering out.
Two days later, my fridge and freezer were bare – except for the ingredients that I’d intended to use on Saturday.
I wasn’t at all feeling like a trip to the store, so I decided to go ahead and serve Buffalo Chicken on a Monday.
Instantly, I realized how silly I had been limiting my enjoyment of some of my favorite flavors to football season!
These days, this Low Carb Buffalo Chicken recipe makes a regular appearance on my dinner table.
I think you will love it just as much as I do!
How to Make Keto Buffalo Chicken
1In a shallow bowl combine the almond flour, Parmesan, and seasonings. Beat together the eggs in another bowl.
2 Dip the chicken tenders in the eggs.
3 Next, dredge the tenders in the breading. Use your hands to gently press the coating to the chicken.
4 Cook the chicken tenders in your Air Fryer, or fry them in oil.
5 While the chicken is cooking, make the sauce by combining the hot sauce, butter, vinegar, garlic, and salt in a small sauce pan. Heat until the butter is melted.
6 When the chicken is done cooking, toss with the sauce and enjoy!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is in Keto Buffalo Chicken?
- Almond flour
- Parmesan
- Smoked paprika
- Cayenne pepper
- Salt
- Pepper
- Eggs
- Chicken tenders
- Avocado Oil
- Hot sauce
- Butter
- White vinegar
- Garlic
Is Frank’s hot sauce keto?
Absolutely! Frank’s is one of the best options for hot sauce when it comes to a low carb or keto diet. It has just zero carbs!
What can I use to dip on a keto diet?
There are a lot of options when it come to dipping on a Keto diet. For this recipe, I like Keto Ranch Dressing or Keto Blue Cheese. The creaminess balances nicely with the heat. If you prefer more heat, you could easily mix together sour cream or mayo with Frank’s hot sauce.
Is fried chicken bad for keto?
The issue with fried chicken on a low carb keto diet is that the breading typically contains flour, and may also have cornstarch. Frying in a high heat safe oil is perfectly fine of keto. To make fried chicken that is keto friendly, I have substituted almond flour and Parmesan cheese for the flour.
Can you reheat this recipe?
It will not be as crispy the next day, but you can still reheat it. I especially like it in a salad the next day.
What should I serve with this recipe?
- This Keto Roasted Cauliflower is a simple side that works nicely.
- If you really want to go all out with the buffalo sauce theme, you can’t go wrong with these Keto Cauliflower Wings.
- Low Carb Cauliflower Mash is an unexpected pairing that works surprisingly well.
- Celery and blue cheese or ranch is the perfect simple side.
Tips & Tricks
- If you don’t want to Air Fry or Fry them, you can bake them in a 400 degree oven for about 15 minutes.
- Make sure that you only flip them once! Flipping more often causes the breading to fall off.
- If you would like to thicken the left over sauce for dipping, stir in 1/4 teaspoon xanthan gum.
Variations for this Recipe:
- For a breaded low carb BBQ chicken, substitute Keto BBQ sauce for the Franks Hot Sauce.
- If pork rinds are your thing, you may use ground up pork rinds in place of the almond flour.
Other Chicken Recipes to Try:
- Crazy Good Keto Chicken Alfredo – this will make you feel like you are “cheating”!
- Craving comfort food? It doesn’t get much better than this Keto Chicken Pot Pie!
- This Keto Chicken Parmesan is just as good as the “real thing”.
- You are going to go wild for these Zucchini Enchiladas with Chicken!
Low Carb Buffalo Chicken
I never get tired of this Keto Buffalo Chicken. The casual vibe of this recipe makes it perfect for low-key entertaining or game day. Both kids and adults go wild for this recipe.
Keto Buffalo Chicken
Equipment
- Shallow Dishes (for breading)
- Bowls
- Skillet or
- Small Sauce Pan
Ingredients
Chicken
- 1/2 cup super-fine almond flour
- 1/2 cup finely grated parmesan
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt and Pepper
- 2 eggs
- 1 pound chicken tenders
- Avocado Oil for cooking
Sauce
- 1/3 cup hot sauce like Frank's Hot Sauce
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
For Serving: Keto Blue Cheese Dressing, Blue Cheese Crumbles
Instructions
- In a shallow bowl combine almond flour, Parmesan, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs.
- Dip the chicken tenders in the eggs, and then coat with the almond flour mixture.
Stovetop:
- Heat 2 inches of avocado oil in a skillet to 375 degrees.
- Fry for about 10 minutes, flipping once halfway through.
- Drain on paper towels.
Air Fryer:
- Heat your air fryer to 400 degrees.
- Spray your air fryer basket with oil. Add chicken tenders and spray.
- Cook for 8 minutes, flipping half way through.
Sauce:
- While the chicken is cooking, combine hot sauce, butter, vinegar, garlic, and salt to a small saucepan.
- Heat until the butter is melted, whisking to combine.
Assembly:
- Toss the chicken tenders with the sauce. Serve warm with Keto Blue Cheese Dressing and Blue Cheese Crumbles.
Notes
Tips & Tricks
- If you don’t want to Air Fry or Fry them, you can bake them in a 400 degree oven for about 15 minutes.
- Make sure that you only flip them once! Flipping more often causes the breading to fall off.
- If you would like to thicken the left over sauce for dipping, stir in 1/4 teaspoon xanthan gum.
Variations for this Recipe:
- For a breaded low carb BBQ chicken, substitute Keto BBQ sauce for the Franks Hot Sauce.
- If pork rinds are your thing, you may use ground up pork rinds in place of the almond flour.
Nutrition
More Low Carb Recipes With Buffalo Sauce to Try:
- Low Carb Buffalo Chicken Casserole from 5 Dinners 1 Hour
- Low Carb Buffalo Chicken Soup from I Breathe I’m Hungry
This sounds like something I would love. I am super excited to try this recipe.
These sound so good! Definitely a great way to make use of your air fryer. I have to try them!
That keto chicken looks great and an air fryer cuts down on the oil. Anone who loves chicken keto or not would love this recipe.
That looks amazing! I love Buffalo chicken and you’ve found a way to make it healthier. I’m pinning this because I just have to try it.
I’m almost salivating right now. This keto buffalo chicken looks so delicious! My husband is thinking of going keto once again and this would be a hit for his meals.
Sounds and looks MARVELOUS! I am a dairy and nut free keto girl myself, so sadly this recipe wouldn’t work for me – but perhaps my HUSBAND would like it!!
This keto chicken recipe looks delicious.The air fryer cuts down on the amount of oil used. This is a great recipe for people who loves chicken and are looking to cut down on carbs.
That looks and sounds really good. I just love chicken dishes and when you add in a little spice, it is really my thing. Keto is such a great diet for shedding some pounds and eating good. I love this!
Oh, wow! These look so good. I have wanted to figure out how to do tenders in the air fryer! Thank you so much.
I’ve been looking for a more healthy version of buffalo chicken, looks so yum!
My sister is on keto diet but she runs out of food idea. I will be sharing this delicious recipe with her. Yum!
I am doing a keto paleo thing now so this is going on my recipe rotation list.
Even though I’m not on a keto diet, I’d love to try this, it looks so delicious!
Looks so yummy! I love buffalo chicken, and I know that I am going to love this recipe.
I am not too familiar with the keto diet. This sounds like a great recipe to try out this summer. We do have some keto friends.
I now have a new recipe worth trying! Thanks a lot for sharing!