Keto Fried Chicken (Coating That Stays On, 1.9g Net Carbs)

Ingredients

• 8 pieces skin-on chicken thighs or drumsticks
• 2 tablespoons kosher salt
• 3 tablespoons smoked paprika
• 1 tablespoon garlic salt
• 1 tablespoon ground ginger
• 1 tablespoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon ground mustard
• 2 teaspoons dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon celery seed
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• 2 teaspoons white vinegar
• 2 egg whites
• 2 tablespoons vodka, optional
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 2 cups unflavored whey protein powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• avocado oil, for frying