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Gluten-Free Chicken Tenders (No Egg)

These Gluten-Free Chicken Tenders are crispy, golden and juicy! There is no egg needed to make these and the breading actually sticks. These work in the air fryer, oven or on the stovetop and they're done in 30 minutes. The best part is that they taste like classic fried tenders!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chicken tenders without egg, gluten-free chicken tenders
Servings: 4
Calories: 552kcal
Author: Lauren Less

Equipment

  • 1 whisk
  • 3 bowls
  • 1 pan or baking sheet

Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken breast, cut into strips
  • 1/2 cup gluten-free flour
  • 1/2 cup dairy-free milk
  • 1 tsp avocado oil
  • 2 tbsp arrowroot powder
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp onion powder
  • 1 tbsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • 1 1/2 cups crushed cornflakes

Instructions

  • Dip each piece of chicken in flour until it is thoroughly coated. 
  • Combine milk, oil and arrowroot powder in a bowl.
  • Add spices to the cornflakes in another bowl. 
  • Dip each chicken strip into slurry and then into the cornflakes mixture. 
  • Place chicken strips in a well oiled pan over medium heat. You can also cook them in the oven or air fryer. Cook 5-7 minutes per side. Let them get crispy!
  • Check for doneness. Enjoy with your favorite dipping sauces!!

Notes

To get the crispiest gluten-free chicken tenders every time, make sure to:
  • Preheat your oven.
  • Don't overcrowd your baking sheet. You want the chicken tenders to cook evenly.
  • Flip the tenders halfway through to ensure even crispiness.
  • Don't skip pressing the breading firmly so that it adheres well to the chicken.
  • Use plenty of oil!
Quick fixes if something goes wrong:
  • If the chicken tenders are not crispy enough, increase the heat and cook time.
  • If the breading is falling off, the slurry might be too thin. You may need to use a different type of milk next time.
  • If the chicken tenders are dry, they are likely overcooked.
Note: For my low histamine readers, this recipe is low histamine as written. No swaps are needed. 

Nutrition

Calories: 552kcal | Carbohydrates: 94g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 1088mg | Potassium: 698mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 2599IU | Vitamin C: 23mg | Calcium: 78mg | Iron: 27mg