Description
These Gluten-Free Chicken Tenders are packed with flavor and are incredibly easy to make. With a crispy cornflake coating and no eggs required, they make for a quick and delightful dinner option that’s sure to please everyone. Perfect for busy nights or a healthy comfort food choice!
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- Coat each chicken piece thoroughly in gluten-free flour.
- In a separate bowl, mix dairy-free milk, avocado oil, and arrowroot powder until well combined.
- In another bowl, combine crushed cornflakes with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Dip each chicken strip into the milk slurry, then coat it in the cornflake mixture.
- Heat a well-oiled pan over medium heat and cook the chicken strips for 5-7 minutes on each side until crispy. Alternatively, cook them in the oven or air fryer.
- Ensure the chicken is cooked through. Serve with your favorite dipping sauces!
Notes
For extra crispiness, consider air frying the strips at 400°F for about 15-20 minutes.
Feel free to customize the spices to suit your taste preferences.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
