Paleo Airfried Chicken Tenders
Craving crispy, flavorful chicken tenders without the guilt? These Paleo Airfried Chicken Tenders are the ultimate healthy twist on a classic comfort food! Perfectly seasoned with almond and coconut flour, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder, these golden bites are gluten-free, grain-free, and Paleo-friendly. Air-fried to perfection in under 15 minutes, they’re irresistibly crisp on the outside and tender on the inside—no deep frying required. With a quick prep time and minimal oil thanks to the air fryer, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or snack cravings. Pair with your favorite Paleo-friendly dipping sauce for a wholesome treat everyone will love!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Chicken tenders
- 1 cup Almond flour
- 0.25 cup Coconut flour
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 as needed Coconut oil spray
Instructions
Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
In a shallow dish, combine almond flour, coconut flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs until well combined.
Pat the chicken tenders dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
Dip each chicken tender into the egg mixture, making sure it's fully coated.
Transfer the chicken tender to the almond flour mixture, pressing it lightly to ensure the flour mixture adheres well. Shake off any excess.
Lightly spray the basket of the air fryer with coconut oil spray.
Place the coated chicken tenders in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Avoid overcrowding; cook in batches if necessary.
Lightly spray the tops of the chicken tenders with more coconut oil spray to help them crisp.
Air fry the chicken tenders for 10-12 minutes or until golden and crispy, flipping halfway through the cooking time.
Serve immediately with your favorite Paleo-friendly dipping sauce or enjoy on their own.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2200 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 131.4 g | 168% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.3 g | 127% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 599 mg | 200% | |
| Sodium | 5261 mg | 229% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 119.2 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.2 g | 86% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.7 g | ||
| Protein | 130.8 g | 262% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 342 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 11.9 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 1443 mg | 31% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
