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Crispy Gluten-Free Chicken Tenders Easy Recipe for Wholesome Crunch

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A quick and easy gluten-free chicken tender recipe featuring a double coating of rice flour and almond meal for a perfectly crispy, wholesome crunch. Ideal for busy weeknights and family meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) fresh boneless, skinless chicken tenderloins
  • ½ cup (60g) rice flour
  • ½ cup (50g) almond meal
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • ¼ cup (60ml) unsweetened almond milk
  • ½ cup (50g) panko-style gluten-free breadcrumbs (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Olive oil or avocado oil for frying or baking

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken tenders dry with paper towels and trim to similar thickness if needed (5 minutes).
  2. In a shallow bowl, combine rice flour, almond meal, gluten-free breadcrumbs (if using), smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper; stir until evenly mixed (3 minutes).
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and almond milk until smooth (2 minutes).
  4. Dip each chicken tender first into the wet mixture, letting excess drip off, then dredge thoroughly in the dry mixture. Repeat the wet then dry coating step once more for extra crunch. Place coated tenders on a plate (10 minutes).
  5. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add tenders in a single layer and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F / 74°C) (15 minutes).
  6. Transfer cooked tenders to a wire rack set over a baking sheet to drain excess oil and keep crispy. Let rest for a few minutes before serving (2 minutes).

Notes

Pat chicken dry before coating to help the coating stick. Use medium heat to avoid burning the coating. Double-coating creates extra crunch. Rest tenders on a wire rack instead of paper towels to keep them crispy. For baking, spray tenders lightly with oil and flip halfway through cooking. Air fryer option: 400°F (200°C) for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway.

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