carnivoire chicken tanders

Ingredients:

• 1 lb chicken tenders (or boneless chicken breast sliced into strips)
• 2 eggs
• 1/4 cup pork rinds, crushed (optional, for extra crunch)
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder (optional)
• Tallow, lard, or ghee (for frying)

Instructions:

1. Prep the Chicken:
   • Pat the chicken tenders dry with paper towels.
   • Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder (optional).
2. Prepare the Egg Mixture:
   • In a bowl, whisk together the eggs.
3. Prepare the Coating:
   • In another shallow bowl, mix crushed pork rinds and Parmesan cheese.
4. Coat the Chicken:
   • Dip each chicken tender into the egg mixture, then press it into the pork rind-Parmesan mixture, coating evenly.
5. Fry the Chicken:
   • Heat tallow, lard, or ghee in a skillet over medium-high heat.
   • Once hot, fry the chicken tenders for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/75°C).
6. Serve:
   • Remove the tenders from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil.
   • Serve hot.

Cooking Time:

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
• Total Time: 18-20 minutes

Nutritional Information (per serving, about 4 servings per batch):

• Calories: ~320 kcal
• Protein: ~30g
• Fat: ~20g
• Carbohydrates: ~1g (depending on pork rind and Parmesan quantities)
• Fiber: 0g
• Sugars: 0g

This recipe is perfect for those following a carnivore or keto diet. The pork rinds and Parmesan give the tenders a crispy texture, while the chicken provides plenty of protein!