Citrus Free Paleo Almond Flour Chicken Tenders

Crispy, golden, and packed with smoky, garlicky flavor, these oven-baked chicken tenders are the kind of crowd-pleaser that disappears fast. The almond flour coating delivers a satisfying crunch without any breadcrumbs or grains, making them a natural fit for a paleo approach — and completely free of citrus in every step of the process. The egg wash helps the seasoned almond flour cling beautifully to each piece, so you get an even, deeply golden crust that holds up well straight from the oven. Smoked paprika and garlic powder do the heavy lifting on flavor, with a little cayenne available if you want a gentle kick. Baking on a wire rack is the real secret here — hot air circulates all the way around each tender, so nothing goes soggy on the bottom. The lemon wedges listed for serving are entirely optional, so if you're keeping things strictly citrus-free, just skip them and the recipe stands perfectly on its own. These are just as good dipped in your favorite compliant sauce as they are eaten straight off the pan.

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