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Crunchy Keto Chicken Tenders

Anna Hunley | Keto In Pearls
Crunchy keto chicken tenders aren't just for kids. These chicken strips are grain free, low carb, and delicious and require NO eggs or pork rinds!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Brine Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Course Chicken
Servings 2 servings
Calories 588 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Brine:

  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt

For the Tenders:

  • 2 pound chicken tenders about 8 to 10
  • 4 tablespoons almond flour
  • 4 ounces cheese crisps

Instructions
 

  • Remove the tendons in the tenders by pressing a fork down against the tender while you hold the tendon with your fingers. It should slide right out.
  • Place the tenders in a large mixing bowl. Cover with the buttermilk, paprika, and salt. Toss to coat the tenders. Cover and refrigerate a minimum of 3 hours, up to overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Line a baking sheet with a rack and grease well with cooking spray.
  • Crush the cheese crisps in a plastic bag or food processor. They should be broken up but not dusty.
  • Transfer the crushed cheese crisps to a pie plate and add the almond flour. Mix with a fork.
  • Press each chicken tender into the breading mixture making sure to coat them evenly. Place on the baking sheet.
  • Bake for 10 minutes, flip, and bake another 10 minutes. A tiny bit of breading may come off or stick, this is normal.
  • Let cool 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Reheat in the oven or air fryer for best results.

Nutrition

Calories: 588kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 83.4gFat: 26.4gFiber: 1.1g
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