Description
Baked Chicken Tenders with Low Carb Ingredients offer a guilt-free way to enjoy a classic favorite without compromising on taste. Coated in a crispy almond flour breading, these tenders are juicy on the inside and satisfy even the most discerning palates. Perfect for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleasing snack, serve them hot with your favorite low-carb dipping sauce for an indulgent yet healthy treat the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup almond flour
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 large eggs
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ cup low-carb BBQ sauce (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut chicken breasts into strips about one inch wide.
- In one bowl, whisk eggs until frothy. In another bowl, combine almond flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Dip each chicken strip into the eggs first, then coat thoroughly with the almond flour mixture.
- Arrange coated chicken strips on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are spaced apart.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/75°C).
- Serve hot with low-carb BBQ sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tender (50g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Customize your seasoning by adding your favorite spices or herbs. For extra crunch, consider mixing in crushed pork rinds with the almond flour. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.