Nitrate & Nitrite Free Paleo Almond Flour Chicken Tenders

Crispy, golden chicken tenders are one of those crowd-pleasing classics that can feel off-limits once you start reading the ingredient lists on store-bought versions — processed coatings and pre-marinated chicken are common sources of hidden additives you'd rather avoid. This recipe keeps things completely clean by starting with plain chicken tenders seasoned with nothing but salt, pepper, and a handful of honest spices. The coating is built from almond flour, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika, giving you a beautifully seasoned crust with real depth of flavor and zero questionable preservatives. Baking them on a wire rack at high heat is the secret to getting that satisfying crunch without deep frying, and a brush of avocado oil helps the coating turn a gorgeous deep golden color. A squeeze of fresh lemon at the end brightens everything up and makes the whole plate feel a little more special. These are the kind of tenders that genuinely impress at the dinner table — no one will miss the processed version.

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