Whole30 Spicy Chicken Tenders
Get ready to spice up your mealtime with these Whole30 Spicy Chicken Tenders—a healthier, flavor-packed twist on a classic favorite! These gluten-free, paleo-friendly tenders are coated in a deliciously crispy blend of almond flour and coconut flour, seasoned with paprika, garlic powder, and a kick of cayenne pepper for just the right amount of heat. Perfectly seared in avocado oil and baked to tender perfection, they’re a quick and easy option for busy weeknights or game day snacks. Whether served with a zesty dipping sauce or paired with your favorite veggies, these chicken tenders are a satisfying and guilt-free meal that will wow the whole family.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken tenders
- 1 cup almond flour
- 2 tablespoons coconut flour
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened almond milk
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon pepper
- 4 tablespoons avocado oil
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a wire rack for crispier tenders.
In a shallow dish, mix the almond flour, coconut flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg and unsweetened almond milk until well combined.
Pat the chicken tenders dry with paper towels.
Dip each chicken tender into the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off, then coat it in the flour mixture. Press gently to ensure the coating sticks well. Repeat with all tenders.
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of avocado oil over medium heat.
Add half the chicken tenders to the skillet, cooking for 2 minutes per side until golden brown. Transfer the seared tenders to the prepared baking sheet.
Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of avocado oil to the skillet and repeat with the remaining tenders.
Once all tenders have been seared, place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Remove from the oven and let the tenders rest for 2 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2565 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 192.3 g | 247% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.3 g | 156% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 446 mg | 149% | |
| Sodium | 4051 mg | 176% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 102.6 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.3 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.5 g | ||
| Protein | 122.6 g | 245% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.6 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 377 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 9.6 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 1434 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.
