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A tray of golden, cheese-crusted Keto Chicken Tenders garnished with fresh parsley. Bowls of shredded cheese and fresh parsley are visible in the background, enhancing the presentation.
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Keto Chicken Tenders

The low-carb chicken tenders will melt in your mouth and please all of your senses. They are a fantastic crowd-pleaser, thus perfect for family gatherings, game nights, or dinner parties. Kids will clear their plates in a snap! Ready for the huge flavors? Let's make this healthy chicken dinner recipe!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Finger Food, Main meal, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: baked chicken tenderloin recipe, keto chicken fingers, Keto Chicken Tenders, low carb chicken tenders, spicy chicken tenders
Servings: 20 tenders
Calories: 214kcal
Author: Scott Groth

Ingredients

Keto Chicken Tenders Ingredient List

  • 20 chicken tenders
  • 1.5 cups mayonnaise
  • 1 cup shredded Emmental cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon Herbs de Provence
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • ½ teaspoon Kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) on convect. If no convect, go for 400°F (204°C).
  • Measure all the ingredients.
  • Make the low-carb breading by adding all the ingredients except the chicken tenders to the mixing bowl and mixing well.
  • Arrange the chicken tenders on a lined, rimmed baking sheet with a wire rack.
  • Use a spatula, spoon, or coating stick to coat each tender with the cheesy mayo mix.

Cooking Instructions

  • Place the seasoned chicken tenders in the preheated oven on a middle rack. Bake for 9 minutes, rotate the baking sheet, and bake for another 8-9 minutes.
  • If the tops are not golden enough, turn on the broiler and brown under the broiler. Be careful not to burn the tenders.
  • Remove the tenders from the wire rack and place them on a serving platter. Serve hot.

Notes

NOTE: The overall net carb count does not include the Substitute and Additional  Ingredients.
If you enjoy this Keto Chicken Tenders recipe, I'd love to hear your feedback! Got any ideas for making them even lower in carbs? Please share your thoughts in the comments below! Have a fantastic time cooking!

Nutrition

Serving: 1tender | Calories: 214kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 47mg | Sodium: 330mg | Potassium: 201mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 0.2g | Vitamin A: 119IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 116mg | Iron: 1mg
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