Coconut Free Paleo Almond Flour Chicken Tenders

Crispy, golden, and packed with smoky-garlicky flavor, these oven-baked chicken tenders deliver everything you love about the classic without a drop of coconut oil or coconut-derived ingredients anywhere in the recipe. The coating is built entirely from almond flour seasoned with smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and a kick of cayenne — no fillers, no surprises. A wire rack set inside the baking sheet is the real secret here, letting hot air circulate all the way around each tender so you get that satisfying crunch on every side without deep frying. The egg wash binds the coating beautifully, and a drizzle of avocado oil before they go into the oven pushes the color and crispiness over the top. Many store-bought or restaurant versions of "healthier" tenders sneak in coconut aminos, coconut flour, or coconut oil as trendy swaps, so making your own is the cleanest way to stay in control of what's actually on your plate. A squeeze of lemon at the end brightens the whole thing and cuts through the richness of the almond crust. These are the kind of tenders that disappear fast, so consider doubling the batch.

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