Ingredients (10-12 tenders)

1 lb chicken tenders or breast strips
1 egg
1 tbsp coconut milk (optional, for dipping mix)
1 cup almond meal (not almond flour)
Β½ tsp garlic powder
Β½ tsp paprika
Β½ tsp sea salt
ΒΌ tsp black pepper
Optional: parsley for garnish
These Crispy Baked Chicken Tenders are oven-baked to golden perfection with a savory almond meal coating β€” no breadcrumbs, no frying, just pure Paleo comfort.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 425Β°F (220Β°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment.
2.In a shallow bowl, whisk the egg and coconut milk.
3.In a second bowl, mix almond meal, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
4.Dip each chicken strip into the egg, then coat with almond meal mixture.
5.Place on baking sheet and bake for 18–20 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and cooked through.
6.Serve hot with dipping sauce of choice.

They’re crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and guaranteed to be a hit with kids and adults alike. Perfect for weeknights, game day, or Whole30 comfort food cravings.

Why You’ll Love It:

βœ… Crispy and satisfying without breadcrumbs
βœ… Oven-baked = less mess + healthier
βœ… Paleo and Whole30-friendly
βœ… Kid-approved and adult-loved
βœ… Great for dipping, meal prep, or freezer stash

Perfect For:

  • Family-friendly Paleo dinners
  • Game day snacks
  • Whole30 comfort cravings
  • Batch cooking and freezing
  • Dipping into ranch, ketchup, or guac

πŸ’‘ Paleo Pulse Tip:

Want them even crispier? Broil the tenders for 1–2 minutes at the end. These also freeze well β€” just reheat in the oven or air fryer to bring back the crunch.

πŸ“Έ Let us see how much the kids loved these! Tag @PaleoPulse with #FuelYourWild to share your primal plates.

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