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Almond Flour Chicken Tenders (Paleo, Whole30) Recipe

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  • Author: Sophia
  • Total Time: 25-30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Paleo

Description

Delicious and crispy Almond Flour Chicken Tenders perfect for those following Paleo or Whole30 diets. These chicken tenders are coated in a flavorful almond flour breading and baked to golden perfection, offering a healthy and gluten-free alternative to traditional fried chicken tenders.

Ingredients

Chicken Tenders

  • 1 1/2 lbs. chicken tenders

Breading

  • 1 1/4 cup blanched almond flour
  • 1/4 tsp. garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp. onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp. dried dill (or 1/2 Tbsp. fresh)
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 tsp. pepper

Egg Mixture

  • 1 egg
  • 1 Tbsp. Frank’s red hot sauce (or milk or other favorite hot sauce)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Place a wire cooling rack over a baking sheet and mist lightly with spray oil to prepare for baking.
  2. Prepare Breading Mixture: In a shallow bowl, combine almond flour, garlic powder, onion powder, dried dill, salt, and pepper. Stir well until all ingredients are evenly mixed. Set aside.
  3. Prepare Egg Mixture: In another shallow bowl, whisk together the egg and Frank’s red hot sauce (or your chosen hot sauce) until fully blended.
  4. Set Up Breading Station: Arrange the egg mixture bowl, the almond flour mixture bowl, and the baking sheet with rack in a line for efficient breading.
  5. Bread the Chicken Tenders: Dip each chicken tender into the egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off, then coat thoroughly in the almond flour mixture. Place each coated tender on the prepared baking rack, ensuring they do not touch to allow proper air circulation for crispiness.
  6. Mist with Oil: Lightly spray the coated chicken tenders with oil to help achieve a golden and crispy texture during baking.
  7. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until an internal meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part reads 165 degrees F, confirming they are fully cooked.
  8. Serve: Remove from oven and serve hot with your favorite dipping sauces such as paleo ranch, barbecue sauce, buffalo sauce, hot honey, or honey mustard.

Notes

  • DIPPING SAUCES TO TRY WITH THESE CHICKEN TENDERS: paleo ranch, barbecue sauce, buffalo sauce, hot honey, honey mustard.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://sophiasrecipe.com/almond-flour-chicken-tenders-paleo-whole30-recipe/