Artificial Flavors Free Almond-Crusted Chicken Strips
Crispy, golden chicken strips don't have to come from a fast-food bag loaded with mystery additives. These are coated in a double layer of almond flour and roughly chopped sliced almonds, seasoned with smoked paprika, garlic powder, and a touch of turmeric for warmth and color — every single ingredient is something you can actually pronounce. The egg dip followed by a firm press into the almond mixture creates a crust that bakes up genuinely crunchy in a hot oven without a drop of frying oil. Smoked paprika and a pinch of cayenne do all the heavy lifting in the flavor department, so there's no need for any packaged seasoning blends that sneak in artificial flavoring agents. A wire rack set over the baking sheet is the real secret here — it lets hot air circulate underneath so the coating stays crisp all the way around rather than going soggy on the bottom. A squeeze of fresh lemon right before eating brightens everything up and makes these feel almost restaurant-worthy. Whether you're feeding picky kids or just craving something satisfying and clean, these strips are the kind of recipe you'll keep coming back to.
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4 servings
- 1 ½ lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 large eggs
For the crust
- ¾ cup almond flour
- ½ cup sliced almonds, roughly chopped
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
For serving
- lemon wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Set a wire rack on a rimmed baking sheet and lightly brush or spray the rack with olive oil.
- 2
In a shallow bowl, whisk together the olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, turmeric, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken strips and toss until evenly coated.
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