Whole30 Breaded Chicken Tenders

Crispy, golden, and irresistibly satisfying, these Whole30 Breaded Chicken Tenders are the perfect guilt-free comfort food for your clean-eating journey. Made with a blend of almond flour and coconut flour, these tenders are grain-free, gluten-free, and entirely Whole30-compliant. Seasoned with a flavorful mix of paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and a hint of black pepper, each bite delivers a burst of wholesome, savory goodness. The tenders are pan-fried in coconut oil for a delicate crunch and finished in the oven to ensure they’re perfectly cooked through. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy recipe yields tender, juicy chicken that pairs wonderfully with your favorite Whole30-approved dipping sauces, making it ideal for a family dinner or meal prep. Experience healthy indulgence with this paleo-friendly twist on classic breaded chicken tenders!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound chicken breast tenders
• 1 cup almond flour
• 2 tablespoons coconut flour
• 1 teaspoon ground paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 large eggs
• 0.25 cup coconut oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Rinse the chicken tenders under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.

Step 3

In a shallow bowl, mix together the almond flour, coconut flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

In another shallow bowl, beat the eggs until well combined.

Step 5

Dip each chicken tender into the egg mixture, ensuring it's completely coated.

Step 6

Next, dredge the chicken tender in the almond flour mixture, pressing gently to ensure the coating sticks well.

Step 7

Heat the coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 8

Once the oil is hot, add the coated chicken tenders in batches, frying each side for 2-3 minutes until they are golden brown and crispy.

Step 9

Transfer the browned chicken tenders to the prepared baking sheet.

Step 10

Once all the tenders are fried, place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Step 12

Enjoy your Whole30 Breaded Chicken Tenders with your favorite Whole30-compliant dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(736.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2350.4

Total Fat 128.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 58.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.0g
Cholesterol 890.4mg	0%
Sodium 2823.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 37.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.1g	0%
Total Sugars 5.4g
Protein 251.4g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 334.4mg	0%
Iron 11.9mg	0%
Potassium 1386.2mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.0%

Protein: 43.5%

Carbs: 6.5%