Whole30 Buffalo Chicken Tenders

Crispy, flavorful, and packed with a spicy kick, these Whole30 Buffalo Chicken Tenders are the perfect guilt-free indulgence for your next meal or game day snack. Made with a blend of coconut and almond flours, these chicken tenders are not only gluten-free but also Paleo and Whole30 compliant. Seasoned with garlic, onion, paprika, and a touch of heat from hot sauce, they’re baked to golden perfection, offering a crave-worthy crunch without the fryer. Tossed in a buttery ghee and hot sauce mixture, these tenders are bursting with classic buffalo flavor while staying 100% diet-friendly. Ready in just 35 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is a must-try for anyone seeking a healthy twist on a comfort food favorite. Serve them fresh out of the oven with a garnish of parsley for an irresistible, crowd-pleasing dish!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound chicken breast tenders
• 0.5 cup coconut flour
• 0.5 cup almond flour
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 eggs
• 0.5 cup compliant hot sauce
• 2 tablespoons ghee
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a shallow dish, combine coconut flour, almond flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Dip each chicken tender first into the beaten egg, allowing excess to drip off, and then coat completely in the flour mixture. Press the mixture onto the chicken to ensure it sticks well.

Step 5

Place the coated tenders onto the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with all chicken tenders.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken is fully cooked and the coating is golden brown.

Step 7

While the chicken is baking, prepare the buffalo sauce by melting ghee in a small saucepan over low heat. Once melted, whisk in the hot sauce and remove from heat.

Step 8

Once the chicken is cooked, remove from the oven and brush each tender generously with the buffalo sauce.

Step 9

Optional: garnish with fresh parsley.

Step 10

Serve immediately for a hot and spicy Whole30 compliant meal!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(824.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2027.1

Total Fat 83.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 34.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 970.4mg	0%
Sodium 2521.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 55.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.2g	0%
Total Sugars 7.5g
Protein 249.8g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 241.8mg	0%
Iron 12.6mg	0%
Potassium 1676.7mg	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: 38.1%

Protein: 50.7%

Carbs: 11.3%