Description
These healthy almond flour chicken tenders are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and packed with flavor. Baked instead of fried, they make a protein-rich, family-friendly meal that’s perfect for dipping, salads, or wraps.
Ingredients
1 large egg
3/4 cup almond flour
3/4 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 lbs chicken tenders (or boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into strips)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 390°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly coat it with non-stick cooking spray.
- Whisk the egg in a shallow bowl until smooth.
- In a separate shallow bowl, combine the almond flour, coconut flakes, paprika, garlic powder, dried parsley, and salt.
- Dip each chicken tender into the egg, coating it completely.
- Transfer the chicken to the almond flour mixture and coat evenly on all sides.
- Repeat until all chicken tenders are breaded.
- Arrange the coated tenders on the prepared baking sheet and lightly spray with oil.
- Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the coating is lightly golden and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
Add cayenne pepper or onion powder to the breading for extra flavor.
Italian seasoning can be added for a more herb-forward variation.
Serve with honey mustard, ranch, barbecue sauce, or garlic aioli.
For a nuttier flavor, mix finely chopped almonds into the breading.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Freeze cooked tenders for up to 3 months and thaw overnight before reheating.
Reheat in a 375°F oven for 8 to 10 minutes or in an air fryer until crisp.
For extra crispiness, broil for the final minute of baking while monitoring closely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 340 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 125 mg
