Keto Chicken Tenders (Air Fryer)
Servings 6
Calories 322kcal
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds of chicken breast cut into 12 strips
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon of organic mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter melted
- 3/4 cup of almond flour
- 3/4 cup of grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon of garlic salt
- 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon of paprika
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400 °F.
- Ensure the basket is clean and lightly greased.
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together the egg and mayonnaise until well combined. This mixture will help the breading stick to the chicken.
- In a separate shallow bowl, mix the almond flour, grated parmesan cheese, garlic salt, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, black pepper, and paprika. This blend will give your chicken tenders a crispy coating.
- Dip each chicken strip into the egg mixture, ensuring it's fully coated. Then, dredge the strip in the almond flour mixture, pressing gently to adhere the breading. Shake off any excess.
- Place the breaded tenders in the basket in a single layer. Ensure they do not touch. Cook for 10 minutes, flip the tenders, and cook for another 5-8 minutes until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165 °F (a food thermometer is you best friend here).
- Let the tenders rest for a few minutes before serving. Serve with a side of mixed greens or your favorite keto-friendly dipping sauce.
Nutrition
Calories: 322kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 121mg | Sodium: 569mg | Potassium: 465mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 343IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 155mg | Iron: 1mg