Gluten Free Chicken Tenders
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Equipment
- Baking sheet or air fryer
- Parchment paper or non-stick cooking spray
- Mixing bowls for coating station
- Kitchen tongs to handle coated chicken
- Meat Thermometer to check doneness
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast cut into strips
- 1 cup gluten-free breadcrumbs or almond flour
- ½ cup gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs or dairy-free milk for binding
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Instructions
Prepare the Workspace
- Preheat your oven to 400°F or your air fryer to 375°F.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly spray the air fryer basket with oil.
Set Up the Coating Station
- Use three shallow bowls: one for gluten-free flour, one for whisked eggs, and one for breadcrumbs mixed with spices (garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper).
Coatthe Chicken
- Dip each chicken strip into the flour, shaking off any excess.
- Dredge it in the egg wash to fully coat.
- Finally,press it into the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring an even layer
Bake or Air Fry
- Oven: Arrange the tenders on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 15-20 minutes, then turn the oven on halfway through.
- AirFryer:Place tenders in a single layer. Cook for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway
Checkfor Doneness
- Usea meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F
Serve
- Enjoyimmediately with your favorite dipping sauce or as part of a larger meal
