🥗 Ingredients (Serves 4)

For the Chicken

  • 1 ½ lbs chicken tenders (or chicken breast cut into strips)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional, for richness)

Dry Coating

  • 1 cup almond flour
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional for extra flavor)

For Baking

  • Nonstick spray or a little olive oil

Optional Healthy Dipping Sauces (Low-Sugar)

  • Sugar-free BBQ sauce
  • Greek yogurt ranch
  • Mustard

🔪 Instructions

Step 1 — Prep the Oven

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray with nonstick spray.

Step 2 — Prepare the Egg Wash

In a shallow bowl, whisk together:

  • 1 egg
  • 1 tbsp water
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

This helps the coating stick while keeping the tenders moist.

Step 3 — Mix the Coating

In another shallow dish, combine:

  • almond flour
  • Parmesan
  • garlic powder
  • onion powder
  • paprika
  • smoked paprika
  • oregano
  • salt and pepper

Mix well until fully blended.

Step 4 — Coat the Chicken

Dip each chicken tender into the egg wash, letting the excess drip off.
Then press the chicken into the almond flour mixture, coating all sides evenly.

Place each coated tender onto the baking sheet.

Step 5 — Bake

Bake for 18–22 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

For extra crispiness, broil the top for the last 2 minutes.

Step 6 — Serve

Serve hot with your choice of low-sugar dipping sauces or over a salad for a diabetic-friendly meal.

🍽 Serving Ideas (Diabetic-Friendly)

Pair your chicken tenders with:

  • Roasted broccoli
  • Cauliflower rice
  • Side salad with olive oil & lemon
  • Zucchini fries (baked)

All low-GI options that keep blood sugar steady.

🔢 Nutrition Facts (Per Serving – 4 servings)

  • Calories: 265
  • Protein: 32g
  • Total Carbs: 4g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Net Carbs: 2g
  • Fat: 13g
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 490mg

💙 WW SmartPoints

3–4 SmartPoints per serving
(Depends on plan & dips used)

⭐ Why This Recipe Is Diabetic-Friendly

  • No breadcrumbs → very low carb
  • Almond flour & parmesan have minimal glycemic impact
  • High protein supports stable blood sugar
  • No added sugars
  • Oven-baked, not fried

If you’d like, I can also make:
✅ Keto Chicken Tenders
✅ Air Fryer Version
✅ Spicy or Herb-Crusted Version
Just tell me!