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Baked Chicken Tenders
Baked Chicken Tenders coated in a spiced almond meal and shredded coconut mixture create a crispy, flavorful exterior without frying. The seasoning with paprika, cayenne, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper adds warmth and depth. The tenders are dipped in egg for adhesion before baking, resulting in golden-brown and tender chicken strips that hold well for reheating or serving fresh.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings:
4
Calories:
211 kcal
Course:
Lunch
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast cut into strips, organic, boneless, skinless
- 1 egg
- ½ cup almond meal or almond flour
- ¼ cup shredded coconut unsweetened or ¼ cup more almond meal
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F and coat a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place almond meal, coconut, paprika, cayenne, garlic, sea salt and black pepper in a small bowl. Stir to combine.
- Crack egg into another shallow bowl and whisk.
- One by one, dredge each chicken tender in the egg bowl, wiping off any access and then dip each into the almond meal mixture. Roll until each tender is covered completely.
- Place the coated tenders on a baking pan lined with parchment paper or a wire rack that fits on a baking sheet. The wire rack will make for a crispier texture.
- Bake for 20 minutes, flipping the tenders once at the 10 minute mark. When done the chicken tenders will be golden brown and completely cooked through.
- Remove tenders from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving.
- Leftover chicken tenders store really well. After allowing them to cool slightly, store in an airtight container for 5 days. To reheat, I like to pop them in the conventional oven or toaster oven for a few minutes so they crisp back up!
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Notes
- Try dipping sauces such as homemade BBQ, honey mustard, ranch, or Chick-Fil-A style sauce to accompany the tenders.
- Use a wire rack on the baking sheet if you want crispier tenders, allowing air circulation.
- Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 5 days; reheat in a conventional oven or toaster oven for best texture.
Nutrition Information
Serving
1/4 of recipe
Calories
211kcal
(11%)
Carbohydrates
3g
(1%)
Protein
27g
(54%)
Fat
10g
(15%)
Saturated Fat
8g
(40%)
Cholesterol
117mg
(39%)
Sodium
386mg
(16%)
Potassium
50mg
(1%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 211
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1/4 of recipe | |
| Calories | 211kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 27g | 54% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 117mg | 39% |
| Sodium | 386mg | 16% |
| Potassium | 50mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.