CHEESY GRANA PADANO CHICKEN TENDERS

1. Season chicken tenders w/ salt & pepper on both sides. 
2. Whisk eggs in a shallow bowl. In another shallow bowl, combine the Italian seasoning, garlic powder, Grana Padano cheese, & almond flour. 
3. Set up your assembly station — first the eggs, then the breading, then an empty plate. Using a fork or tongs, dip the chicken in the eggs, let the excess drip off, and then drop it into the breading mixture. Use another fork to toss the chicken in the “breading”, making sure it’s evenly covered, & then transfer to a plate. Repeat w/ remaining tenders. 
4. In a large non-stick skillet, warm avocado oil over medium heat. Add chicken tenders & cook for about 4 minutes, until golden. Don’t flip too early or the “breading” will come off — it’s time to flip when you can move the tender and it’s not totally stuck on the pan. Flip and cook for another 3 minutes until golden (or until internal temperature reads 165°F). 
5. Transfer to a clean plate and squeeze lemon over the top. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with your favorite sauce — I love it with avocado oil ranch or marinara! Enjoy!