Whole30 Crunchy Chicken
Satisfy your craving for crispy chicken without breaking your Whole30 commitment with this flavorful Whole30 Crunchy Chicken recipe! Featuring a nutty almond flour coating bolstered by unsweetened shredded coconut and ground flaxseed, this gluten-free, paleo-friendly dish delivers incredible crunch and bold flavor in every bite. A perfect blend of herbs and spices—oregano, thyme, garlic powder, paprika, and more—ensures each tender chicken piece is irresistibly seasoned. Baked to golden perfection and spritzed with coconut oil spray for added crispness, this healthier alternative to fried chicken is ready in just 40 minutes and pairs beautifully with a fresh salad or Whole30-approved dipping sauces. Easy, delicious, and packed with nutrients, it’s a crowd-pleasing winner for your next family meal or meal prep session!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds chicken tenderloins
- 1 cup almond flour
- 0.5 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 0.25 cup ground flaxseed
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 eggs
- coconut oil spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Rinse the chicken tenderloins under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
In a shallow bowl, mix together the almond flour, unsweetened shredded coconut, ground flaxseed, dried oregano, dried thyme, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, sea salt, and black pepper.
In another shallow bowl, whisk the eggs until the yolks and whites are fully combined.
Dip each chicken tenderloin into the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off before coating it thoroughly in the almond flour mixture.
Place the coated chicken tenderloins on the prepared baking sheet. Make sure they are spaced evenly without touching.
Lightly spray the top of each tenderloin with coconut oil spray to help them get crispy.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 18-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the outside is golden and crunchy. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (75°C).
Remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Serve warm with your favorite Whole30-approved dipping sauce or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
516 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.4 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.1 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 195 mg | 65% | |
| Sodium | 629 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.4 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.9 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.5 g | ||
| Protein | 51.2 g | 102% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 134 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 815 mg | 17% | |
*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.
