Air Fryer Chicken Tenders – Low-Carb and Gluten-Free
Air Fryer Chicken Tenders – Low-Carb and Gluten-Free are your ticket to a crispy, flavorful meal that’s perfect for any occasion. With just 10 minutes of prep time, these tenders are not only easy to make but also provide a healthier alternative to traditional fried chicken. Coated in a savory almond flour mixture and air-fried to golden perfection, they deliver satisfying crunch without the guilt. Served with a unique spicy-sweet sauce, these chicken tenders are sure to please everyone—whether as an appetizer, main dish, or quick meal prep option for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 chicken tenders (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup blanched almond flour
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon dried parsley
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- Olive oil cooking spray
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup hot sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the coating by whisking eggs in one bowl and combining almond flour, garlic powder, parsley, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in another.
- Dip each chicken tender into the egg mixture, then coat with the almond flour mixture. Set aside.
- Preheat the air fryer to 390°F (199°C) and spray the basket with olive oil. Cook chicken tenders for about 7 minutes per side until crispy.
- For the sauce, melt butter in a pot over medium heat; stir in hot sauce, honey, tomato paste, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 2–3 minutes before serving.
- Drizzle sauce over cooked chicken tenders before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 chicken tenders (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 195mg