Crispy Almond Flour Cajun Chicken Tenders
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Crispy, easy to make almond flour fried chicken fingers, flavored with the perfect Cajun spice blend! Keto, gluten free, and whole 30!
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Cooking Tools Needed: – Cutting Board and Knife – 3 Mixing Bowls – Whisk – Baking Sheet – Cooling Rack – Air Fryer (or Cast Iron Pan) – Tongs – Instant Read Thermometer
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You can use the following methods for cooking: 1. Air Frying 2. Shallow Pan Frying 3. Baking
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Gather your ingredients: Chicken, egg, almond flour, arrowroot powder (se subs in link) and Cajun spices needed.
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Mix up this insanely addictive Cajun spice blend. Keep extras for other dishes, trust me!
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Next, prep your chicken. Buy pre-cut tenders or make your own. Add the seasoning. Thinner chicken strips work best!
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Dip one strip at a time in the egg wash and coat completely.
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Dip the strip then in Cajun seasoned almond flour and press down a bit.
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Repeat this process until all strips are done! I made 12 strips total.
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Pop into an air fryer if you have one. Cook until crispy and the chicken is 165 F.
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No air fryer? Cook in avocado oil using the "shallow pan fry" method. Cook until crispy and the chicken is 165 F.
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Or finally, give baking a go! Again, cook until crispy on an elevated rack until it hits 165 F.
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Serve with your favorite dressing or sauce. I love my Keto Carolina Mustard Sauce recipe!
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