Whole30 Spicy Chicken Tenders
Crank up the heat with these irresistibly crispy Whole30 Spicy Chicken Tenders, the perfect blend of bold flavors and clean eating! Made with a gluten-free coating of almond and coconut flours, these tenders are seasoned with paprika, garlic, onion, and a kick of cayenne pepper for fiery goodness in every bite. Lightly seared in avocado oil and then baked to perfection, they boast a golden, crunchy exterior while staying juicy and tender inside. Ready in just 30 minutes, they're ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or Whole30 meal prep. Serve these paleo-friendly chicken tenders with your favorite dipping sauce or alongside a fresh salad for a satisfying, wholesome meal everyone will devour!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken tenders
- 1 cup almond flour
- 2 tablespoons coconut flour
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened almond milk
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon pepper
- 4 tablespoons avocado oil
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a wire rack for crispier tenders.
Step 2
In a shallow dish, mix the almond flour, coconut flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
Step 3
In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg and unsweetened almond milk until well combined.
Step 4
Pat the chicken tenders dry with paper towels.
Step 5
Dip each chicken tender into the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off, then coat it in the flour mixture. Press gently to ensure the coating sticks well. Repeat with all tenders.
Step 6
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of avocado oil over medium heat.
Step 7
Add half the chicken tenders to the skillet, cooking for 2 minutes per side until golden brown. Transfer the seared tenders to the prepared baking sheet.
Step 8
Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of avocado oil to the skillet and repeat with the remaining tenders.
Step 9
Once all tenders have been seared, place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Step 10
Remove from the oven and let the tenders rest for 2 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (718.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2565.0 |
| Total Fat 192.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 31.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g | |
| Cholesterol 446.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4050.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 102.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 21.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 7.5g | |
| Protein 122.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 64.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 376.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1433.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories