Crispy Chicken Tenders (Diabetic-Friendly)
✅ Why it works
- Uses almond flour instead of white flour (low carb)
- Baked or air-fried instead of deep-fried
- High protein → helps stabilize blood sugar
🧾 Ingredients
- 2 boneless chicken breasts (cut into strips)
- ½ cup almond flour
- ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1–2 tbsp olive oil (for brushing or spraying)
👩🍳 Instructions
- Preheat oven to 200°C (or use an air fryer).
- Beat the egg in a bowl.
- In another bowl, mix almond flour, parmesan, and spices.
- Dip chicken strips in egg, then coat in the almond mixture.
- Place on a lined tray and lightly brush/spray with olive oil.
- Bake for 18–20 minutes (flip halfway) until golden and crispy.
(Air fryer: ~10–12 minutes)
🥣 Diabetic-Friendly Dipping Sauce Options
1. Garlic Yogurt Dip
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- Lemon juice
- Pinch of salt
👉 Low-carb, high-protein, and great for blood sugar control
2. Sugar-Free Honey Mustard
- 2 tbsp mustard
- 1 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tsp vinegar
- Sweetener (like stevia/erythritol) to taste
3. Spicy Tomato Dip (No Added Sugar)
- ½ cup unsweetened tomato sauce
- Chili flakes
- Garlic powder
⚖️ Nutrition Tips for Diabetes
- Pair with fiber-rich veggies (like salad or steamed broccoli)
- Keep portion moderate (3–4 tenders)
- Avoid sugary sauces (like regular ketchup or BBQ)
