Paleo Blackened Chicken Tenders
Infused with bold spices and sizzling in a hot skillet, these Paleo Blackened Chicken Tenders are a quick and flavorful dinner option you'll want to make again and again. Perfectly seasoned with a homemade blackening spice blend featuring paprika, garlic powder, oregano, and a kick of cayenne, these tender strips of chicken are seared to perfection in coconut oil, creating a crispy, charred crust that seals in juiciness. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe is clean, paleo-approved, and free of dairy, gluten, and grains, making it ideal for those sticking to a health-conscious diet. Serve these smoky, spiced tenders with roasted vegetables or a fresh salad for a hearty and wholesome meal that’s sure to satisfy.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Chicken tenders
- 1 tablespoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt. Mix well to create the blackening seasoning.
Place the chicken tenders on a large plate and evenly sprinkle the blackening seasoning over them, ensuring both sides are well coated. Use your hands to gently press the seasoning onto the chicken to adhere.
Heat the coconut oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Allow the oil to become hot and shimmer.
Once the oil is hot, carefully add the chicken tenders to the skillet. Cook the tenders for about 4-5 minutes on the first side without moving them, allowing them to develop a dark, blackened crust.
Flip the chicken tenders and continue to cook for another 4-5 minutes on the second side, until fully cooked through and no longer pink in the center.
Remove the chicken tenders from the skillet and let them rest for a few minutes. This helps retain the juices and keeps the chicken tender.
Serve the Paleo Blackened Chicken Tenders hot, with your favorite Paleo-friendly sides such as roasted vegetables or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
297 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.5 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.1 g | 41% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 45 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 698 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.5 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.5 g | ||
| Protein | 17.5 g | 35% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 29 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 295 mg | 6% | |
*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.
