Craving chicken fingers but keeping things paleo? I’ve spent years perfecting this recipe, and these golden, sticky paleo chicken fingers deliver big crunch without breaking the rules.

Reader, Amy, said: “I truly can’t say enough good things about this recipe! Tonight was our second time making the chicken tenders and they were even better than the first time! This time we ensured to shake off the excess egg and let the tenders rest in the fridge for an hour which really helped the breading stay together! Thank you so much! This is a forever staple in our home now! ★★★★★ “

Paleo Chicken Fingers on a serving plate with dip. - 1

We all crave crispy chicken fingers now and then—and these hit that sweet spot without feeling heavy. They’re golden, crunchy, sticky, and just spicy enough to keep everyone reaching for one more (yes, including my little one).

When I set out to lighten them up, I refused to sacrifice that classic crunch-meets-juicy contrast. After a few tests, this baked almond flour coating won by a mile.

Here’s why it works:

Perfect crunch: Almond flour bakes up beautifully golden and crisp, giving you a crispy coating without deep-frying. The outside gets crunchy while the chicken stays tender and juicy inside.

The glaze: A quick mix of honey and hot sauce creates the ultimate sweet-heat finish. It caramelizes in the oven, clinging to the crispy coating in a sticky, flavor-packed glaze.

Paleo Chicken Fingers on a baking sheet. - 2 A close up of Paleo Chicken Fingers on a dinner plate - 3

Top tips to prevent the crust from falling off

When I first set out to make these, I found that beautiful crust didn’t want to stay on the chicken, where it belongs. I’ve found a few tips to help with this:

  • Quality matters: Start with the best quality chicken within your budget. Cheap chicken is typically pumped full of water, making it look like it’s better value than a smaller piece of chicken. The problem with this is that when the chicken cooks the water is released, and it pushes the crust off. Don’t be fooled!
  • Rest: After you coat the chicken in the almond flour, sea salt, and pepper, let it sit for 30-60 minutes in the fridge before popping it in the oven; this helps to bind the crust together so that it sticks to the chicken and turns golden brown.
  • Egg mixture: Make sure to shake any excess eggs off the chicken before dipping it into the almond flour. You need some moisture to help it stick, but not so much that it causes the breading to fall off.

What to serve with baked paleo chicken tenders

I often keep things super simple and serve them next to vegetables or a big green salad on the side with lettuce, tomatoes, and onion.

For sides, you can’t go past these sweet and spicy yam wedges or Cajun sweet potato fries . These Honey roasted carrots complement the sweetness.

How do you store leftover paleo chicken fingers?

Leftover paleo chicken strips can be stored in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. They can be reheated in the oven or air fryer.

Can I freeze these paleo chicken fingers?

Yes! Ideally, you’ll want to freeze them BEFORE you coat them in sauce. Once they’re baked, cool them completely and then freeze them on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Once they’re frozen, transfer them to a reusable freezer bag. Note: if they are coated in sauce, you can still freeze them. They just won’t get crunchy when you thaw and warm them.

Can I adjust the spice level?

You sure can. If you’re not a fan of spice, you can omit the hot sauce or check out my paleo honey garlic chicken recipe . If you love the heat, use additional hot sauce, serve with a spicy dipping sauce, or add chili flakes to taste.

What dipping sauces can I serve with paleo chicken fingers?

I like whipping up a paleo ranch for dipping – the flavors work well with the sweet and spicy chicken. This paleo avocado ranch is amazing! Or, check out my post on 7 staple sauces – they’re all paleo.

Can I use another cut of chicken?

Absolutely! You can slice boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts into smaller, long pieces for this recipe.

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Sweet and Spicy Paleo Chicken Fingers

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Ingredients

  • ▢ 1 ½ cups almond meal (can use almond flour)
  • ▢ ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ▢ ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ▢ 2 large eggs
  • ▢ ¼ cup tapioca or potato starch
  • ▢ 1 lb chicken tenders
  • ▢ ½ cup honey
  • ▢ ⅓ cup hot sauce (Franks or Tapatio work great)
  • ▢ ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ▢ Minced cilantro or parsley (for serving)
  • ▢ Optional: paleo ranch for dipping

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the almond flour, sea salt, and pepper into a bowl and stir it together. Place the eggs in another bowl with a splash of water and whisk them. 1 ½ cups almond meal, ½ teaspoon sea salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, 2 large eggs
  • Dip the chicken tenders, one at a time, into the tapioca or potato starch, then into the egg, and then into the almond flour. (Keeping one hand for the egg and one for the starch and flour makes this a lot less messy.) Lay the chicken tenders on the baking sheet. ¼ cup tapioca or potato starch, 1 lb chicken tenders
  • OPTIONAL STEP: Let the chicken rest for 30-60 minutes in your fridge before you bake it. This step will help the crust to stick to the chicken.
  • Bake the chicken for 25 minutes, or until it is crispy and beginning to look golden brown.
  • While the chicken is baking, prepare the sauce. In a small frying pan over high heat bring the honey, hot sauce and garlic powder to a boil then set it aside. ½ cup honey, ⅓ cup hot sauce, ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • When the chicken has finished baking, remove it from the oven and turn the oven to broil. Dip each of the chicken tenders in the sauce then lay them back on the baking sheet. Save the extra sauce.
  • Put the chicken back in the oven for 2-5 minutes for the glaze to caramelize slightly. Keep an eye on it to make sure it doesn’t burn.
  • Baste the chicken with any extra sauce once they come out of the oven, sprinkle with some minced cilantro or parsley, and serve immediately. Optional: paleo ranch for dipping

Video

Nutrition

We have thoroughly tested this recipe for accuracy. However, individual results may vary. See our full recipe disclosure here .

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Did you make this?

We love to see what you made! Tag @theendlessmeal or hashtag #theendlessmeal !

More paleo chicken recipes

Paleo Orange Chicken with Cauliflower Rice

Paleo Honey Garlic Chicken

Korean Chicken Thighs

Baked Chicken Nuggets

Paleo Chicken Fingers on a serving plate with dip. - 9

Sweet and Spicy Paleo Chicken Fingers

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups almond meal , can use almond flour
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 large eggs
  • ¼ cup tapioca or potato starch
  • 1 lb chicken tenders
  • ½ cup honey
  • ⅓ cup hot sauce , Franks or Tapatio work great
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Minced cilantro or parsley , for serving
  • Optional: paleo ranch for dipping

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the almond flour, sea salt, and pepper into a bowl and stir it together. Place the eggs in another bowl with a splash of water and whisk them. 1 ½ cups almond meal, ½ teaspoon sea salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, 2 large eggs
  • Dip the chicken tenders, one at a time, into the tapioca or potato starch, then into the egg, and then into the almond flour. (Keeping one hand for the egg and one for the starch and flour makes this a lot less messy.) Lay the chicken tenders on the baking sheet. ¼ cup tapioca or potato starch, 1 lb chicken tenders
  • OPTIONAL STEP: Let the chicken rest for 30-60 minutes in your fridge before you bake it. This step will help the crust to stick to the chicken.
  • Bake the chicken for 25 minutes, or until it is crispy and beginning to look golden brown.
  • While the chicken is baking, prepare the sauce. In a small frying pan over high heat bring the honey, hot sauce and garlic powder to a boil then set it aside. ½ cup honey, ⅓ cup hot sauce, ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • When the chicken has finished baking, remove it from the oven and turn the oven to broil. Dip each of the chicken tenders in the sauce then lay them back on the baking sheet. Save the extra sauce.
  • Put the chicken back in the oven for 2-5 minutes for the glaze to caramelize slightly. Keep an eye on it to make sure it doesn’t burn.
  • Baste the chicken with any extra sauce once they come out of the oven, sprinkle with some minced cilantro or parsley, and serve immediately. Optional: paleo ranch for dipping

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Craving chicken fingers but keeping things paleo? I’ve spent years perfecting this recipe, and these golden, sticky paleo chicken fingers deliver big crunch without breaking the rules.

Reader, Amy, said: “I truly can’t say enough good things about this recipe! Tonight was our second time making the chicken tenders and they were even better than the first time! This time we ensured to shake off the excess egg and let the tenders rest in the fridge for an hour which really helped the breading stay together! Thank you so much! This is a forever staple in our home now! ★★★★★ “

Paleo Chicken Fingers on a serving plate with dip. - 10

We all crave crispy chicken fingers now and then—and these hit that sweet spot without feeling heavy. They’re golden, crunchy, sticky, and just spicy enough to keep everyone reaching for one more (yes, including my little one).

When I set out to lighten them up, I refused to sacrifice that classic crunch-meets-juicy contrast. After a few tests, this baked almond flour coating won by a mile.

Here’s why it works:

Perfect crunch: Almond flour bakes up beautifully golden and crisp, giving you a crispy coating without deep-frying. The outside gets crunchy while the chicken stays tender and juicy inside.

The glaze: A quick mix of honey and hot sauce creates the ultimate sweet-heat finish. It caramelizes in the oven, clinging to the crispy coating in a sticky, flavor-packed glaze.

Paleo Chicken Fingers on a baking sheet. - 11 A close up of Paleo Chicken Fingers on a dinner plate - 12

Top tips to prevent the crust from falling off

When I first set out to make these, I found that beautiful crust didn’t want to stay on the chicken, where it belongs. I’ve found a few tips to help with this:

  • Quality matters: Start with the best quality chicken within your budget. Cheap chicken is typically pumped full of water, making it look like it’s better value than a smaller piece of chicken. The problem with this is that when the chicken cooks the water is released, and it pushes the crust off. Don’t be fooled!
  • Rest: After you coat the chicken in the almond flour, sea salt, and pepper, let it sit for 30-60 minutes in the fridge before popping it in the oven; this helps to bind the crust together so that it sticks to the chicken and turns golden brown.
  • Egg mixture: Make sure to shake any excess eggs off the chicken before dipping it into the almond flour. You need some moisture to help it stick, but not so much that it causes the breading to fall off.

What to serve with baked paleo chicken tenders

I often keep things super simple and serve them next to vegetables or a big green salad on the side with lettuce, tomatoes, and onion.

For sides, you can’t go past these sweet and spicy yam wedges or Cajun sweet potato fries . These Honey roasted carrots complement the sweetness.

How do you store leftover paleo chicken fingers?

Leftover paleo chicken strips can be stored in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. They can be reheated in the oven or air fryer.

Can I freeze these paleo chicken fingers?

Yes! Ideally, you’ll want to freeze them BEFORE you coat them in sauce. Once they’re baked, cool them completely and then freeze them on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Once they’re frozen, transfer them to a reusable freezer bag. Note: if they are coated in sauce, you can still freeze them. They just won’t get crunchy when you thaw and warm them.

Can I adjust the spice level?

You sure can. If you’re not a fan of spice, you can omit the hot sauce or check out my paleo honey garlic chicken recipe . If you love the heat, use additional hot sauce, serve with a spicy dipping sauce, or add chili flakes to taste.

What dipping sauces can I serve with paleo chicken fingers?

I like whipping up a paleo ranch for dipping – the flavors work well with the sweet and spicy chicken. This paleo avocado ranch is amazing! Or, check out my post on 7 staple sauces – they’re all paleo.

Can I use another cut of chicken?

Absolutely! You can slice boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts into smaller, long pieces for this recipe.

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Sweet and Spicy Paleo Chicken Fingers

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Sweet and Spicy Paleo Chicken Fingers - 14

Ingredients

  • ▢ 1 ½ cups almond meal (can use almond flour)
  • ▢ ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ▢ ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ▢ 2 large eggs
  • ▢ ¼ cup tapioca or potato starch
  • ▢ 1 lb chicken tenders
  • ▢ ½ cup honey
  • ▢ ⅓ cup hot sauce (Franks or Tapatio work great)
  • ▢ ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ▢ Minced cilantro or parsley (for serving)
  • ▢ Optional: paleo ranch for dipping

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the almond flour, sea salt, and pepper into a bowl and stir it together. Place the eggs in another bowl with a splash of water and whisk them. 1 ½ cups almond meal, ½ teaspoon sea salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, 2 large eggs
  • Dip the chicken tenders, one at a time, into the tapioca or potato starch, then into the egg, and then into the almond flour. (Keeping one hand for the egg and one for the starch and flour makes this a lot less messy.) Lay the chicken tenders on the baking sheet. ¼ cup tapioca or potato starch, 1 lb chicken tenders
  • OPTIONAL STEP: Let the chicken rest for 30-60 minutes in your fridge before you bake it. This step will help the crust to stick to the chicken.
  • Bake the chicken for 25 minutes, or until it is crispy and beginning to look golden brown.
  • While the chicken is baking, prepare the sauce. In a small frying pan over high heat bring the honey, hot sauce and garlic powder to a boil then set it aside. ½ cup honey, ⅓ cup hot sauce, ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • When the chicken has finished baking, remove it from the oven and turn the oven to broil. Dip each of the chicken tenders in the sauce then lay them back on the baking sheet. Save the extra sauce.
  • Put the chicken back in the oven for 2-5 minutes for the glaze to caramelize slightly. Keep an eye on it to make sure it doesn’t burn.
  • Baste the chicken with any extra sauce once they come out of the oven, sprinkle with some minced cilantro or parsley, and serve immediately. Optional: paleo ranch for dipping

Video

Nutrition

We have thoroughly tested this recipe for accuracy. However, individual results may vary. See our full recipe disclosure here .

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Did you make this?

We love to see what you made! Tag @theendlessmeal or hashtag #theendlessmeal !

More paleo chicken recipes

Paleo Orange Chicken with Cauliflower Rice

Paleo Honey Garlic Chicken

Korean Chicken Thighs

Baked Chicken Nuggets

Craving chicken fingers but keeping things paleo? I’ve spent years perfecting this recipe, and these golden, sticky paleo chicken fingers deliver big crunch without breaking the rules.

Reader, Amy, said: “I truly can’t say enough good things about this recipe! Tonight was our second time making the chicken tenders and they were even better than the first time! This time we ensured to shake off the excess egg and let the tenders rest in the fridge for an hour which really helped the breading stay together! Thank you so much! This is a forever staple in our home now! ★★★★★ “

Paleo Chicken Fingers on a serving plate with dip. - 16

We all crave crispy chicken fingers now and then—and these hit that sweet spot without feeling heavy. They’re golden, crunchy, sticky, and just spicy enough to keep everyone reaching for one more (yes, including my little one).

When I set out to lighten them up, I refused to sacrifice that classic crunch-meets-juicy contrast. After a few tests, this baked almond flour coating won by a mile.

Here’s why it works:

Perfect crunch: Almond flour bakes up beautifully golden and crisp, giving you a crispy coating without deep-frying. The outside gets crunchy while the chicken stays tender and juicy inside.

The glaze: A quick mix of honey and hot sauce creates the ultimate sweet-heat finish. It caramelizes in the oven, clinging to the crispy coating in a sticky, flavor-packed glaze.

Paleo Chicken Fingers on a baking sheet. - 17 A close up of Paleo Chicken Fingers on a dinner plate - 18

Top tips to prevent the crust from falling off

When I first set out to make these, I found that beautiful crust didn’t want to stay on the chicken, where it belongs. I’ve found a few tips to help with this:

  • Quality matters: Start with the best quality chicken within your budget. Cheap chicken is typically pumped full of water, making it look like it’s better value than a smaller piece of chicken. The problem with this is that when the chicken cooks the water is released, and it pushes the crust off. Don’t be fooled!
  • Rest: After you coat the chicken in the almond flour, sea salt, and pepper, let it sit for 30-60 minutes in the fridge before popping it in the oven; this helps to bind the crust together so that it sticks to the chicken and turns golden brown.
  • Egg mixture: Make sure to shake any excess eggs off the chicken before dipping it into the almond flour. You need some moisture to help it stick, but not so much that it causes the breading to fall off.

What to serve with baked paleo chicken tenders

I often keep things super simple and serve them next to vegetables or a big green salad on the side with lettuce, tomatoes, and onion.

For sides, you can’t go past these sweet and spicy yam wedges or Cajun sweet potato fries . These Honey roasted carrots complement the sweetness.

How do you store leftover paleo chicken fingers?

Leftover paleo chicken strips can be stored in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. They can be reheated in the oven or air fryer.

Can I freeze these paleo chicken fingers?

Yes! Ideally, you’ll want to freeze them BEFORE you coat them in sauce. Once they’re baked, cool them completely and then freeze them on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Once they’re frozen, transfer them to a reusable freezer bag. Note: if they are coated in sauce, you can still freeze them. They just won’t get crunchy when you thaw and warm them.

Can I adjust the spice level?

You sure can. If you’re not a fan of spice, you can omit the hot sauce or check out my paleo honey garlic chicken recipe . If you love the heat, use additional hot sauce, serve with a spicy dipping sauce, or add chili flakes to taste.

What dipping sauces can I serve with paleo chicken fingers?

I like whipping up a paleo ranch for dipping – the flavors work well with the sweet and spicy chicken. This paleo avocado ranch is amazing! Or, check out my post on 7 staple sauces – they’re all paleo.

Can I use another cut of chicken?

Absolutely! You can slice boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts into smaller, long pieces for this recipe.

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Sweet and Spicy Paleo Chicken Fingers

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Sweet and Spicy Paleo Chicken Fingers - 20

Ingredients

  • ▢ 1 ½ cups almond meal (can use almond flour)
  • ▢ ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ▢ ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ▢ 2 large eggs
  • ▢ ¼ cup tapioca or potato starch
  • ▢ 1 lb chicken tenders
  • ▢ ½ cup honey
  • ▢ ⅓ cup hot sauce (Franks or Tapatio work great)
  • ▢ ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ▢ Minced cilantro or parsley (for serving)
  • ▢ Optional: paleo ranch for dipping

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the almond flour, sea salt, and pepper into a bowl and stir it together. Place the eggs in another bowl with a splash of water and whisk them. 1 ½ cups almond meal, ½ teaspoon sea salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, 2 large eggs
  • Dip the chicken tenders, one at a time, into the tapioca or potato starch, then into the egg, and then into the almond flour. (Keeping one hand for the egg and one for the starch and flour makes this a lot less messy.) Lay the chicken tenders on the baking sheet. ¼ cup tapioca or potato starch, 1 lb chicken tenders
  • OPTIONAL STEP: Let the chicken rest for 30-60 minutes in your fridge before you bake it. This step will help the crust to stick to the chicken.
  • Bake the chicken for 25 minutes, or until it is crispy and beginning to look golden brown.
  • While the chicken is baking, prepare the sauce. In a small frying pan over high heat bring the honey, hot sauce and garlic powder to a boil then set it aside. ½ cup honey, ⅓ cup hot sauce, ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • When the chicken has finished baking, remove it from the oven and turn the oven to broil. Dip each of the chicken tenders in the sauce then lay them back on the baking sheet. Save the extra sauce.
  • Put the chicken back in the oven for 2-5 minutes for the glaze to caramelize slightly. Keep an eye on it to make sure it doesn’t burn.
  • Baste the chicken with any extra sauce once they come out of the oven, sprinkle with some minced cilantro or parsley, and serve immediately. Optional: paleo ranch for dipping

Video

Nutrition

We have thoroughly tested this recipe for accuracy. However, individual results may vary. See our full recipe disclosure here .

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Did you make this?

We love to see what you made! Tag @theendlessmeal or hashtag #theendlessmeal !

More paleo chicken recipes

Paleo Orange Chicken with Cauliflower Rice

Paleo Honey Garlic Chicken

Korean Chicken Thighs

Baked Chicken Nuggets

Craving chicken fingers but keeping things paleo? I’ve spent years perfecting this recipe, and these golden, sticky paleo chicken fingers deliver big crunch without breaking the rules.

Reader, Amy, said: “I truly can’t say enough good things about this recipe! Tonight was our second time making the chicken tenders and they were even better than the first time! This time we ensured to shake off the excess egg and let the tenders rest in the fridge for an hour which really helped the breading stay together! Thank you so much! This is a forever staple in our home now! ★★★★★ “

Paleo Chicken Fingers on a serving plate with dip. - 22

We all crave crispy chicken fingers now and then—and these hit that sweet spot without feeling heavy. They’re golden, crunchy, sticky, and just spicy enough to keep everyone reaching for one more (yes, including my little one).

When I set out to lighten them up, I refused to sacrifice that classic crunch-meets-juicy contrast. After a few tests, this baked almond flour coating won by a mile.

Here’s why it works:

Perfect crunch: Almond flour bakes up beautifully golden and crisp, giving you a crispy coating without deep-frying. The outside gets crunchy while the chicken stays tender and juicy inside.

The glaze: A quick mix of honey and hot sauce creates the ultimate sweet-heat finish. It caramelizes in the oven, clinging to the crispy coating in a sticky, flavor-packed glaze.

Paleo Chicken Fingers on a baking sheet. - 23 A close up of Paleo Chicken Fingers on a dinner plate - 24

Top tips to prevent the crust from falling off

When I first set out to make these, I found that beautiful crust didn’t want to stay on the chicken, where it belongs. I’ve found a few tips to help with this:

  • Quality matters: Start with the best quality chicken within your budget. Cheap chicken is typically pumped full of water, making it look like it’s better value than a smaller piece of chicken. The problem with this is that when the chicken cooks the water is released, and it pushes the crust off. Don’t be fooled!
  • Rest: After you coat the chicken in the almond flour, sea salt, and pepper, let it sit for 30-60 minutes in the fridge before popping it in the oven; this helps to bind the crust together so that it sticks to the chicken and turns golden brown.
  • Egg mixture: Make sure to shake any excess eggs off the chicken before dipping it into the almond flour. You need some moisture to help it stick, but not so much that it causes the breading to fall off.

What to serve with baked paleo chicken tenders

I often keep things super simple and serve them next to vegetables or a big green salad on the side with lettuce, tomatoes, and onion.

For sides, you can’t go past these sweet and spicy yam wedges or Cajun sweet potato fries . These Honey roasted carrots complement the sweetness.

How do you store leftover paleo chicken fingers?

Leftover paleo chicken strips can be stored in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. They can be reheated in the oven or air fryer.

Can I freeze these paleo chicken fingers?

Yes! Ideally, you’ll want to freeze them BEFORE you coat them in sauce. Once they’re baked, cool them completely and then freeze them on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Once they’re frozen, transfer them to a reusable freezer bag. Note: if they are coated in sauce, you can still freeze them. They just won’t get crunchy when you thaw and warm them.

Can I adjust the spice level?

You sure can. If you’re not a fan of spice, you can omit the hot sauce or check out my paleo honey garlic chicken recipe . If you love the heat, use additional hot sauce, serve with a spicy dipping sauce, or add chili flakes to taste.

What dipping sauces can I serve with paleo chicken fingers?

I like whipping up a paleo ranch for dipping – the flavors work well with the sweet and spicy chicken. This paleo avocado ranch is amazing! Or, check out my post on 7 staple sauces – they’re all paleo.

Can I use another cut of chicken?

Absolutely! You can slice boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts into smaller, long pieces for this recipe.

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Sweet and Spicy Paleo Chicken Fingers

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Sweet and Spicy Paleo Chicken Fingers - 26

Ingredients

  • ▢ 1 ½ cups almond meal (can use almond flour)
  • ▢ ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ▢ ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ▢ 2 large eggs
  • ▢ ¼ cup tapioca or potato starch
  • ▢ 1 lb chicken tenders
  • ▢ ½ cup honey
  • ▢ ⅓ cup hot sauce (Franks or Tapatio work great)
  • ▢ ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ▢ Minced cilantro or parsley (for serving)
  • ▢ Optional: paleo ranch for dipping

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the almond flour, sea salt, and pepper into a bowl and stir it together. Place the eggs in another bowl with a splash of water and whisk them. 1 ½ cups almond meal, ½ teaspoon sea salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, 2 large eggs
  • Dip the chicken tenders, one at a time, into the tapioca or potato starch, then into the egg, and then into the almond flour. (Keeping one hand for the egg and one for the starch and flour makes this a lot less messy.) Lay the chicken tenders on the baking sheet. ¼ cup tapioca or potato starch, 1 lb chicken tenders
  • OPTIONAL STEP: Let the chicken rest for 30-60 minutes in your fridge before you bake it. This step will help the crust to stick to the chicken.
  • Bake the chicken for 25 minutes, or until it is crispy and beginning to look golden brown.
  • While the chicken is baking, prepare the sauce. In a small frying pan over high heat bring the honey, hot sauce and garlic powder to a boil then set it aside. ½ cup honey, ⅓ cup hot sauce, ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • When the chicken has finished baking, remove it from the oven and turn the oven to broil. Dip each of the chicken tenders in the sauce then lay them back on the baking sheet. Save the extra sauce.
  • Put the chicken back in the oven for 2-5 minutes for the glaze to caramelize slightly. Keep an eye on it to make sure it doesn’t burn.
  • Baste the chicken with any extra sauce once they come out of the oven, sprinkle with some minced cilantro or parsley, and serve immediately. Optional: paleo ranch for dipping

Video

Nutrition

We have thoroughly tested this recipe for accuracy. However, individual results may vary. See our full recipe disclosure here .

Paleo Chicken Fingers on a serving plate with dip. - 27

Did you make this?

We love to see what you made! Tag @theendlessmeal or hashtag #theendlessmeal !

More paleo chicken recipes

Paleo Orange Chicken with Cauliflower Rice

Paleo Honey Garlic Chicken

Korean Chicken Thighs

Baked Chicken Nuggets