Hemp-Crusted Baked Chicken Tenders
Hemp-Crusted Baked Chicken Tenders deliver 16g protein and 347 calories per serving — a moderate-protein option when paired with other protein sources. Preps 4 servings on the stovetop with minimal active time, fitting into quick meal-prep rotations. Use this as a component with rice or vegetables to build a complete macro-balanced plate.
Ingredients
- •Hemp Seeds, Hulled(120g)
- •Almonds(120g)
- •Garlic powder(5g)
- •Paprika, Smoked(3g)
- •1/2 teaspoon salt
- •1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- •Cayenne Pepper, Ground
- •Egg, Whole, Large
- •cooking spray (or you can also use olive oil in a Misto)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
Instructions
- 1Heat oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2In a medium bowl, whisk together hemp, ground almonds, garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper and cayenne until evenly combined.
- 3Set up your dipping stations in this order: (1) chicken strips (2) whisked eggs (3) hemp breading (4) parchment-lined baking sheet. Dip each chicken strip in the eggs until they are completely covered, then give them a little shake to let any extra egg drip off. Add the chicken strip to the hemp mixture, and gently toss until the chicken strip is completely covered. Remove and transfer the chicken strip to the baking sheet. Repeat with remaining chicken.
- 4Give the chicken strips a good shot of cooking spray so that they are all lightly covered. Then bake for about 15-20 minutes, turning once halfway through, until the chicken is cooked and no longer pink inside and the breading is golden.
- 5Remove and serve warm with your desired dipping sauce.
Nutrition — Per Serving
347
calories
16g
protein
30g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
- Saturated fat
- 2.5g
- Sodium
- 3 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 4.8g
4 servings per batch · ~62g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Hemp-Crusted Baked Chicken Tenders have per serving?
Each serving contains 16g of protein and 347 calories. The macro breakdown is 30g fat and 10g carbs per serving.
How long does Hemp-Crusted Baked Chicken Tenders take to make?
This recipe is quick prep and yields 4 servings, making it efficient for meal prepping individual portions for 2-4 days. You can batch multiple recipes simultaneously to expand your weekly prep.
Is Hemp-Crusted Baked Chicken Tenders good for muscle gain?
While the 16g protein per serving is moderate, the 347 calories are relatively lean for a protein source. This recipe works better as a side component or light meal rather than a primary muscle-gain protein source.
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