Keto Crispy Parmesan Chicken (Print Version)

Juicy chicken tenders with crunchy Parmesan-almond crust and tangy ranch slaw for a satisfying low-carb dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken Tenders

01 - 1 lb chicken tenders
02 - 1 large egg
03 - 2 tablespoons heavy cream
04 - 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
05 - 1 cup almond flour
06 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
07 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
10 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

→ Ranch Slaw

11 - 2 cups shredded green cabbage
12 - 1 cup shredded red cabbage
13 - 1/2 cup shredded carrots
14 - 1/2 cup sugar-free keto-friendly ranch dressing
15 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
16 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
17 - Salt and pepper to taste

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a shallow bowl, whisk together the egg and heavy cream until well combined.
03 - In another shallow dish, combine Parmesan cheese, almond flour, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
04 - Dip each chicken tender into the egg mixture, then dredge in the Parmesan-almond mixture, pressing firmly to ensure complete coating.
05 - Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the coated chicken tenders in batches for 2-3 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
06 - Transfer browned tenders to the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until chicken is fully cooked through and coating remains crisp.
07 - While chicken bakes, combine green cabbage, red cabbage, carrots, sugar-free ranch dressing, chives, dill, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Toss thoroughly to coat evenly.
08 - Serve hot chicken tenders alongside the ranch slaw immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • High in protein with 36g per serving while remaining low-carb.
  • Gluten-free almond and Parmesan crust offers a gourmet crunch.
  • Ready in just 40 minutes, making it ideal for busy schedules.
02 -
  • Pat the chicken tenders dry before dipping into the egg wash to help the coating adhere better.
  • Use fresh herbs in the slaw to maximize the brightness of the dressing.
  • Always double-check product labels for hidden sugars in ranch dressing to keep the meal keto-friendly.
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