Gluten-Free Crispy Fried Chicken Tenders
Say goodbye to boring gluten-free meals with these irresistible Gluten-Free Crispy Fried Chicken Tenders! Perfectly seasoned with a blend of paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and a touch of cayenne for a hint of spice, these tenders are marinated in creamy buttermilk for maximum tenderness. The triple-layer breading—gluten-free flour, beaten eggs, and crunchy gluten-free breadcrumbs—creates a golden, extra-crispy coating that rivals any traditional fried chicken. Quick to prepare and fry, these tenders make a crowd-pleasing dinner or snack in just about 35 minutes. Serve them hot with your favorite dipping sauces for a gluten-free comfort food experience that's guaranteed to delight. Perfect keywords: gluten-free fried chicken tenders, crispy chicken recipe, homemade gluten-free chicken strips, easy fried chicken recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken tenders
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup gluten-free breadcrumbs
- 2 cups oil for frying
Instructions
Place the chicken tenders in a large bowl and pour the buttermilk over the top. Make sure all the tenders are submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight to marinate and tenderize.
In a shallow dish, combine the gluten-free flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to blend the spices with the flour.
In another shallow dish, beat the eggs until smooth.
Place the gluten-free breadcrumbs in a third shallow dish.
Set up a breading station: one dish with the flour mixture, one with the beaten eggs, and one with the breadcrumbs.
Remove the chicken tenders from the buttermilk, allowing excess buttermilk to drip off. Dredge each tender first in the flour mixture, then dip in the beaten eggs, and finally coat with the gluten-free breadcrumbs. Press the breadcrumbs onto the tenders to ensure a good coating.
Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking.
Carefully add the breaded chicken tenders to the hot oil, cooking in batches if necessary. Fry for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through with an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Transfer the fried chicken tenders to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Serve the chicken tenders hot with your choice of dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7177 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 584.7 g | 750% | |
| Saturated Fat | 91.7 g | 458% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 626 mg | 209% | |
| Sodium | 7253 mg | 315% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 397.9 g | 145% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.4 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.6 g | ||
| Protein | 132.3 g | 265% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.2 mcg | 26% | |
| Calcium | 614 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 12.7 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 1966 mg | 42% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
