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Fried Chicken Tenders

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Cuisine American
Keyword Chicken tenders
Dietary Preference Gluten-Free, High-Protein, Low-Carb
Main Ingredient Chicken
Skill Level Intermediate
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 1 people
Calories 1273kcal
Rating
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Ingredients

  • ยผ cup coconut flour
  • 3 eggs whisked
  • ยฝ cup pork rind crumbs
  • 3 chicken tenders
  • 2 cups avocado oil

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories1273kcalNet carbs7gFat93gProtein87g
Fried chicken tenders are made with juicy strips coated in crushed pork rinds, delivering the classic comfort-food taste. Serve them fresh and hot alongside your favorite dipping sauces for a satisfying meal everyone will enjoy.

Instructions

  • Set up breading station using three medium bowls. Place ยผ cup coconut flour in first, whisked 3 eggs in second, and ยฝ cup pork rind crumbs in third.
    3 eggs, ยผ cup coconut flour, ยฝ cup pork rind crumbs
  • Dredge 3 chicken tenders in coconut flour, coating all sides. Dip into whisked eggs, then return to flour for second coat. Dip again in eggs, then press firmly into ground pork rinds until fully coated.
    ยฝ cup pork rind crumbs, ยผ cup coconut flour, 3 chicken tenders, 3 eggs
  • Add 2 cups avocado oil into deep fryer or deep fry pan. Heat oil to 350 degrees F / 177 degrees C.
    2 cups avocado oil
  • Carefully lower chicken into hot oil, away from body. Don't move for 2 to 3 minutes to set crust.
    3 chicken tenders, 2 cups avocado oil
  • Fry until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F / 74 degrees C. Remove and let rest before serving.
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Notes

  • ย Non-GMO safflower oil can be used for frying instead of avocado oil.ย 

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jenngilland@gmail.com December 11, 2025

5 stars
These look amazing! Can you air fry them instead of frying them in avocado oil?

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