Air Fryer Crispy Paleo Chicken Tenders
These air fryer crispy paleo chicken tenders are a healthier alternative to traditional fried chicken fingers. They're made with almond flour and tapioca flour, which are both gluten-free and grain-free. The chicken is coated in a flavorful breadcrumb mixture and then cooked in an air fryer until crispy and cooked through. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce for a delicious and satisfying meal.
I first had the idea for these air fryer crispy paleo chicken tenders when I was trying to find a healthier alternative to traditional fried chicken fingers. I'm always looking for ways to make my favorite foods healthier, and I thought that using almond flour and tapioca flour would be a great way to do that. I also wanted to make sure that the chicken was crispy and flavorful, so I experimented with different breadcrumb mixtures and cooking methods. After a few tries, I finally came up with a recipe that I love. These chicken tenders are crispy, flavorful, and healthy, and they're perfect for a quick and easy meal.
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 12 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch strips
  • 1/4 cup almond flour
  • 1/4 cup tapioca flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 egg, beaten
Instructions
  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. In a shallow bowl, combine the almond flour, tapioca flour, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Dip the chicken strips in the egg, then coat them in the breadcrumb mixture.
  4. Place the chicken strips in the air fryer basket and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until they are cooked through and crispy.
  5. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
Why It Works
  • Almond flour and tapioca flour are both gluten-free and grain-free, making these chicken tenders a good option for people with celiac disease or gluten intolerance.
  • The breadcrumb mixture gives the chicken a crispy coating, while the air fryer cooks the chicken evenly and quickly.
  • These chicken tenders are a good source of protein and healthy fats, and they're also low in carbohydrates.