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Blackened chicken tenders on a white plate with a dish of ranch dressing
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Blackened Chicken Tenders

A homemade version of Tyson Blackened Chicken Strips, but you can control the carbs and sodium. These are low carb and gluten free.
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 6 teanders
Calories 93kcal
Author Meghan

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon dried basil
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme leaves
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ⅛-¼ teaspoon ground cayenne optional, to taste
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch optional
  • 1 pound chicken tenderloins
  • olive oil spray

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven or air fryer to 350°F.
  • Combine all of the seasoning ingredients in a small bowl. Mix in the cornstarch, if using.
  • Coat the chicken tenders in the seasoning. Spray both sides with olive oil.
  • Bake or air fry until the internal temperature reaches 165°F or higher. This will take approximately 15-20 minutes in the oven or 8-10 minutes in the air fryer.

Notes

Nutritional information is only an estimate and will vary based on your ingredients and substitutions. Values do not include cornstarch.
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Nutrition

Serving: 1tender | Calories: 93kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 0.5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 48mg | Sodium: 283mg | Potassium: 323mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.2g | Vitamin A: 626IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 1mg