This is recipe is one that will satisfy the whole family. Chicken fingers are a classic menu item, and now you can enjoy them without the pesky carbs! Kids love chicken fingers, but we were looking for a healthier, low carb alternative to the breading. By replacing the tradition bread shell with the almond meal, we are eliminating the carbs without the satisfying crunch!
This recipe is not only delicious, it’s extremely simple and quick to make! It only requires three ingredients and three steps and you can cook them as you make them, or prepare them and freeze them to cook up on a later date!
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| Prep Time | 5 minutes |
| Cook Time | 25 minutes |
| Servings |
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Ingredients
- 1 Cup almonds raw, unsalted
- 1 chicken breast
- extra virgin olive oil spray
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Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit
- Blend your almonds into almond meal and place them in a bowl or on a plate
- Slice your chicken into tenders and spray each with a little olive oil spray.
- Toss each tender in the almond meal
- Place them in the oven for 25 minutes, or until golden brown
- Serve and enjoy!
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Nutrition Facts
Almond Crusted Chicken Tenders
Amount Per Serving
Calories 710
Calories from Fat 531
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 59g
91%
Saturated Fat 4g
20%
Total Carbohydrates 24g
8%
Dietary Fiber 16g
64%
Protein 24g
48%
Calcium
32%
Iron
16%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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