Description
These crispy Baked Chicken Tenders with Low Carb Ingredients are oven-baked to golden perfection using almond flour and Parmesan for a gluten-free, keto-friendly coating. A healthier twist on a classic comfort food, these tenders are perfect for meal prep, family dinners, or low-carb snacks.
Ingredients
1 ½ pounds chicken tenders
1 cup almond flour
¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
Olive oil spray (as needed)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place a wire rack on top.
2. In a bowl, beat the eggs. In another bowl, combine almond flour, Parmesan, garlic powder, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
3. Pat chicken tenders dry. Dip each one in the egg wash, then press into the flour mixture, coating evenly.
4. Place coated tenders on the wire rack. Spray tops lightly with olive oil.
5. Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through. Chicken is done when golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
6. Let rest for 2 minutes and serve with a low-carb dipping sauce.
Notes
Let the tenders rest 2–3 minutes after baking to keep them juicy inside.
Use a wire rack to keep the bottom crispy and prevent sogginess.
For extra crispiness, broil the tenders for 2 minutes at the end.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 135mg