These come out golden and crunchy on the outside, juicy on the inside — the kind of tenders that feel like comfort food but still fit into a WW day. Perfect for dinner, meal prep, or even game night.
✅ Servings
4 servings
✅ Estimated WW Points
- Chicken tenders: 3–4 points per serving
- Creamy dip: 1 point per 2 tablespoons
(points depend on brands used)
⭐ Ingredients
WW-Friendly Chicken Tenders
- 1½ lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into tenders (0 pts)
- ¾ cup crushed baked pork rinds (lighter portion keeps crunch, fewer points)
- ¼ cup finely grated parmesan
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Egg Wash
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp fat-free milk or unsweetened almond milk (instead of heavy cream)
Light Smoky Dipping Sauce
- ½ cup light mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp no-sugar-added ketchup
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- 1–2 tsp lemon juice
- Optional: pinch of cayenne
👩🍳 How to Make Them
1️⃣ Prepare the Coating
In a shallow bowl, mix:
- Crushed pork rinds
- Parmesan
- Paprika, garlic powder, onion powder
- Salt & pepper
This is your crispy, WW-friendly “breading.”
2️⃣ Make the Egg Wash
Whisk eggs with milk until smooth.
3️⃣ Coat the Chicken
- Dip each tender into the egg wash.
- Roll in the pork rind mixture, pressing gently.
- Place on parchment-lined baking sheet or air fryer tray.
4️⃣ Cook Until Crispy
Oven Method
- Bake at 400°F (205°C) for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Optional: broil 1–2 minutes at the end for extra crunch.
Air Fryer Method
- Air fry at 390°F (200°C) for 10–14 minutes, flipping halfway.
Chicken should be crisp outside and fully cooked inside.
5️⃣ Make the Dip
Mix all sauce ingredients until smooth.
Taste and adjust with extra lemon or mustard if you like it tangy.
