This is a wonderful tip I picked up when my husband was dieting:

Dip chicken pieces in beaten egg(or egg beaters for your friend) then thoroughly coat in fine bread crumbs, flour and cornmeal, or any other dry mixture desired. Spray meat with non-stick cooking oil and bake on cookie sheet. As it is baking keep turning and spraying with Pam, sprinkle more dry mixture on it for crispier chicken.

Good luck! I hope your friend has a speedy recovery.