Almond Flour Coated Air Fryer Chicken Tenders Delight!
Almond Flour Coated Air Fryer Chicken Tenders Delight is a guilt-free twist on a classic favorite. These crispy chicken tenders are coated in nutritious almond flour, providing a nutty flavor and a gluten-free option perfect for family dinners or meal prep. With the air fryer, you can achieve that satisfying crunch without deep frying, making this dish healthy and quick to prepare—ready in under 30 minutes! Serve them as an appetizer, main dish, or toss them into salads for added protein. This versatile recipe is sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately four people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken tenders
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Rinse and pat dry the chicken tenders.
- In a shallow bowl, mix almond flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Coat each chicken tender in the almond flour mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil and arrange chicken tenders in a single layer.
- Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 75°C).
- Let rest briefly before serving with your choice of dipping sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 oz (85g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg