Garlic and Herb Crusted Chicken Tenders / GF / DF / Whole30

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My family LOVES these chicken tenders. Every time I make them my husband says I’m the best cook ever. They really are that good! I’ve included 3 ways that you can make these: in a skillet (preferred), in the air fryer, and baked in the oven. If you don’t mind working harder and making extra dishes to get juicy, crispy chicken tenders, then follow the instructions for pan frying. If the thought of oil splattering all over your kitchen is too much to handle, then follow the baking or air fryer instructions. Whichever method you choose, be sure to dip these in some Whole30 ranch or ketchup!

This recipe is meant for batch cooking, but can be adjusted for less servings. I figure if I am going to have to do a lot of dishes, I better make the most of it and cook 2-3 times what I need for one meal.

Ingredients:

  • 2-3 lbs. chicken tenders

  • 1 cup almond flour

  • 1/2 cup cassava flour

  • 1 tbsp. dried parsley

  • 1.5 tsp. sea salt

  • 1 tsp. garlic powder

  • 1 tsp. onion powder

  • 1 tsp. paprika

  • 1/2 tsp. coriander

  • 1/2 tsp. cumin

  • 3 eggs, whisked

  • 2 tbsp. almond milk

  • Avocado oil

Directions:

  1. Warm a cast iron skillet over medium heat (OR preheat oven to 425°F).

  2. Combine all flours and spices in a bowl and mix with a fork.

  3. In a second bowl, whisk eggs and almond milk.

  4. If pan frying, pour just enough avocado oil to cover the bottom of the skillet.

  5. One at a time, pat a chicken tender dry with a paper towel and dip it in the flour mixture.

  6. Shake off excess flour, then dip the chicken tender in the egg wash.

  7. Allow excess egg wash to drip off, then put the chicken tender back in the flour mixture, being sure to coat it well.

  8. If pan frying, add the chicken tenders to the skillet and cook on each side for about 4 minutes, or until the meat is cooked through and the breading is golden.

  9. Set cooked chicken tenders on a paper towel-lined cooling rack.

  10. Continue for the rest of the chicken tenders, being sure to add more oil as the skillet gets dry.

  11. If baking, place the breaded chicken tenders on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet and bake for 9 minutes at 425°F. Flip the tenders over, and bake for an additional 9 minutes, or until fully cooked.

  12. To make these in the air fryer, cook at 370°F for 15+ minutes.