Baked Chicken Tenders with Low Carb Ingredients
Baked Chicken Tenders with Low Carb Ingredients are a delicious, guilt-free alternative to traditional fried tenders. These crispy delights are made with juicy chicken breasts coated in a flavorful blend of almond flour and parmesan cheese, delivering a satisfying crunch without the carbs. Perfect for family dinners or game night, serve them with your favorite dipping sauce for an irresistible treat that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup almond flour
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp poultry seasoning
- Nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Cut chicken breasts into strips of even size for uniform cooking.
- In a bowl, combine almond flour, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and poultry seasoning.
- Dredge each chicken strip in the mixture until fully coated; shake off excess.
- Arrange coated chicken on the baking sheet in a single layer and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Serve hot with your choice of dipping sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 tenders (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - For extra crunch, substitute almond flour with crushed pork rinds. - Experiment with herbs like thyme or oregano for added flavor. - To store leftovers, refrigerate in an airtight container for up to three days.