Start by halving chicken breasts lengthwise. We liked using larger pieces for a juicier interior, but you can also cut your chicken into strips about ½ inch thick, or even buy chicken tenders at the store. Just be aware that you’ll need to cut down the cooking time to about 20 minutes, and flip at the 10-minute mark.
The coating is made from pecans flavored with onion powder and black pepper. Use your food processor or a high-speed blender to pulse whole or halved pecans just until crumbly – be sure not to let them become a flour consistency, or you’ll miss out on that crispy-crunchy topping!
To coat your chicken, simply dip each piece into an egg wash, then dredge both sides into the pecan topping to fully coat. Bake until golden, then serve with Paleo ketchup (or another favorite condiment) for dipping.
Air fryer instructions: Preheat the air fryer to 350°F and grease the basket with a bit of avocado oil. Arrange the chicken in a single layer and bake for 12-15 minutes.
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