A healthy, crunchy, and delicious keto-friendly alternative to traditional chicken tenders.

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb chicken tenders (or boneless, skinless chicken breast cut into strips)
  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 1/2 cup finely crushed almonds
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (for frying)

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Coating: In a shallow bowl, mix together the almond flour, crushed almonds, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Set Up Breading Station: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and water.
  3. Bread the Chicken Tenders: Dip each chicken tender into the egg mixture, then coat it in the almond flour mixture, pressing lightly to ensure the coating sticks well.
  4. Cook the Chicken Tenders: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the chicken tenders in batches, cooking for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Alternatively, you can bake the tenders at 400°F (200°C) on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  5. Serve: Transfer the chicken tenders to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve hot with your favorite keto dipping sauce.

COOKING TIME: 15-20 minutes (pan-frying or baking)
PREPPING TIME: 10-15 minutes
SERVINGS: 4

Nutritional Information (per serving):

  • Calories: 320 kcal
  • Fat: 23g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Carbohydrates: 5g
    • Fiber: 3g
    • Net Carbs: 2g
  • Sodium: 340mg
  • Cholesterol: 120mg

These Keto Almond-Crusted Chicken Tenders are crispy, flavorful, and perfect for a low-carb meal or snack. They’re easy to make and offer a satisfying crunch without the use of breadcrumbs or flour!

 

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