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Almond Flour Chicken Tenders (Whole30 + Paleo) Recipe

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Almond Flour Chicken Tenders (Whole30 + Paleo) – Easy and incredibly delicious weeknight chicken tenders made with real, simple ingredients. These gluten-free chicken tenders are coated in a flavorful almond flour mixture and baked to crispy perfection, making them a healthier alternative to traditional breaded chicken.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 servings

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into tenders/strips

Breading Mixture

  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 3 tablespoons arrowroot powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 3/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika

Egg Wash

  • 2 eggs

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 425°F (220°C) to get it ready for baking the chicken tenders.
  2. Prepare the egg wash: Crack the eggs into a medium bowl and scramble them thoroughly with a fork; set this aside for dipping the chicken.
  3. Mix the breading: In a separate bowl, combine almond flour, arrowroot powder, garlic powder, onion powder, kosher salt, black pepper, and paprika. Stir well to evenly distribute the spices.
  4. Set up the assembly line: On your countertop, arrange the chicken strips, then the egg wash bowl, the almond flour mixture, and finally a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to organize your workflow.
  5. Coat the chicken: Take each chicken strip and fully submerge it in the egg wash, allowing any excess to drip back into the bowl. Then, dredge the chicken thoroughly in the almond flour mixture, shaking off any excess coating.
  6. Arrange for baking: Place the coated tenders onto the lined baking sheet in a single layer, ensuring they don’t touch for even cooking.
  7. Bake: Bake the chicken tenders for 20-25 minutes, flipping them gently halfway through to ensure even crisping and cooking.
  8. Optional broiling: For an extra crispy exterior, place the tenders under the broiler for 1-2 minutes—watch closely to prevent burning.
  9. Serve: Serve immediately while hot with your choice of dairy-free ranch dressing, homemade ketchup, or BBQ sauce for dipping.

Notes

  • Storage: Allow tenders to cool slightly, then place in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 4-5 days.
  • Dips: These chicken tenders pair perfectly with dairy-free ranch dressing, homemade ketchup, BBQ sauce, or honey mustard sauce.
  • Nutrition info does not include dips.
  • Author: Amelia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Find it online: https://recipesvibe.com/almond-flour-chicken-tenders-whole30-paleo-recipe/