Whole30 Crispy Chicken Sticks
Elevate your weeknight dinners with these irresistible Whole30 Crispy Chicken Sticks—a gluten-free, dairy-free, and paleo-friendly delight! Coated in a flavorful blend of almond and coconut flours seasoned with paprika, garlic, and onion powders, these chicken tenders boast a perfectly crispy exterior and juicy interior. Lightly pan-fried in nutrient-rich coconut oil, then baked to golden perfection, they’re a healthier spin on classic chicken fingers. Perfectly balanced with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, they’re quick to prepare in just 35 minutes and make a satisfying meal for the whole family. Whether you’re following the Whole30 plan or simply craving a wholesome comfort food, these chicken sticks are sure to become a new favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Chicken tenders
- 1 cup Almond flour
- 0.5 cup Coconut flour
- 2 teaspoons Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 large Eggs
- 0.25 cup Coconut milk
- 0.25 cup Coconut oil
- 4 Fresh lemon wedges
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
In a shallow dish, mix together the almond flour, coconut flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
In another shallow dish, whisk together the eggs and coconut milk until well combined.
Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat and add the coconut oil.
While the oil heats, dip each chicken tender first into the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off, then coat it in the flour mixture, pressing the coating onto the chicken to adhere.
Once oil is hot and shimmering, carefully place the coated chicken tenders in the skillet. Fry them in batches for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Do not overcrowd the pan.
Transfer the browned chicken sticks to the prepared baking sheet.
Once all the chicken sticks are prepped and on the baking sheet, bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and crispy.
Serve hot with fresh lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the chicken sticks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2884 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 202.5 g | 260% | |
| Saturated Fat | 77.1 g | 385% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 599 mg | 200% | |
| Sodium | 5308 mg | 231% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 150.5 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 45.1 g | 161% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.9 g | ||
| Protein | 138.5 g | 277% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 436 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 14.4 mg | 80% | |
| Potassium | 2198 mg | 47% | |
*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.
