These Crispy Italian Chicken Tenders are one of those why didn’t I make this sooner recipes 😋🔥
Just a few ingredients, BIG flavor, and perfectly crispy without breadcrumbs! Whether you’re diabetic, keto, on Weight Watchers, or just want a classic easy dinner—this one fits ALL the vibes 🙌🐔
🍗 CLASSIC VERSION
Ingredients
- 4 chicken tenders
- 1/4 cup Italian dressing
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Toss chicken tenders in Italian dressing until well coated.
- Coat evenly with grated Parmesan.
- Air fry at 400°F for 10 minutes, flipping halfway if needed.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition (per serving – 4 tenders)
- Calories: ~520
- Protein: ~48g
- Fat: ~36g
- Carbs: ~4g
🩺 DIABETIC-FRIENDLY VERSION
Adjustments
- Use sugar-free Italian dressing
- Portion control is key
Ingredients
- 4 chicken tenders
- 1/4 cup sugar-free Italian dressing
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
Instructions
Same as classic version.
Nutrition (per serving)
- Calories: ~480
- Protein: ~48g
- Fat: ~34g
- Carbs: ~2g
- Sugar: 0–1g
✔️ Low carb
✔️ No added sugar
🥑 KETO VERSION
Adjustments
- Use full-fat, sugar-free Italian dressing
- Optional: add crushed pork rinds for extra crunch
Ingredients
- 4 chicken tenders
- 1/4 cup keto Italian dressing
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
- (Optional) 2 tbsp crushed pork rinds
Instructions
- Coat chicken in dressing.
- Mix Parmesan with pork rinds (optional).
- Coat chicken and air fry at 400°F for 10 minutes.
Nutrition (per serving)
- Calories: ~550
- Protein: ~50g
- Fat: ~40g
- Net Carbs: ~1–2g
🔥 Perfect keto crunch!
💙 WEIGHT WATCHERS VERSION
Adjustments
- Use light Italian dressing
- Reduced Parmesan
Ingredients
- 4 chicken tenders
- 3 tbsp light Italian dressing
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan
Instructions
Same air fryer method at 400°F for 10 minutes.
WW Points (approx)
- Chicken tenders: 0 points
- Light Italian dressing: 1–2 points
- Parmesan: 4–5 points
➡️ Total: ~5–7 WW points
💡 Pro Tip
If Parmesan doesn’t crisp for you—use the plastic bottle Parmesan!
It’s the BEST breadcrumb alternative (besides crushed pork rinds 👌).
