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Fried chicken tenders
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Fried Chicken Tenders

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.
Cuisine American
Keyword Chicken tenders
Dietary Preference Gluten-Free, High-Protein, Low-Carb
Cooking time 30-60 Minutes
Main Ingredient Chicken
Skill Level Intermediate
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 1 people
Calories 1273 kcal

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup coconut flour
  • 3 eggs whisked
  • ½ cup pork rind crumbs
  • 3 chicken tenders
  • 2 cups avocado oil

Instructions

  • Set up breading station using three medium bowls. Place ¼ cup coconut flour in first, whisked 3 eggs in second, and ½ cup pork rind crumbs in third.
    3 eggs, ¼ cup coconut flour, ½ 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.
    ½ cup pork rind crumbs, ¼ 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.

Notes

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

Nutrition

Calories: 1273kcal | Net carbs: 7g | Fat: 93g | Protein: 87g