Gluten Free Cajun Buffalo Chicken Tenders
Spice up your dinner game with these flavorful Gluten Free Cajun Buffalo Chicken Tenders! Perfectly crisp on the outside yet irresistibly tender on the inside, these baked tenders feature a mouthwatering almond flour and tapioca starch coating seasoned with Cajun spices, paprika, and garlic. Tossed in a bold and tangy homemade Buffalo sauce made with hot sauce, butter, and a hint of honey, these chicken tenders are the ultimate crowd-pleaser. They’re gluten-free, oven-baked for a healthier twist, and ready in just 40 minutes. Serve them with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and pair with celery sticks or your favorite dipping sauce for a zesty, protein-packed meal that's sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Chicken tenders
- 1 cup Almond flour
- 0.5 cup Tapioca starch
- 2 large Eggs
- 2 tbsp Unsweetened almond milk
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 0.25 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- Olive oil cooking spray
- 0.5 cup Hot sauce (preferably Frank's RedHot)
- 3 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp Honey
- 2 tbsp Chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Lightly spray the parchment with olive oil cooking spray.
Prepare the breading station: In one shallow bowl, whisk together almond flour, tapioca starch, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. In another shallow bowl, whisk the eggs with almond milk until well combined.
Pat the chicken tenders dry with paper towels. Dip each tender into the egg mixture and then coat it in the seasoned flour mixture, pressing gently to ensure an even coating on all sides. Place the coated tenders on the prepared baking sheet.
Lightly spray the tops of the coated tenders with olive oil cooking spray. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken is golden and fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
While the chicken is baking, prepare the Buffalo sauce. In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the hot sauce, unsalted butter, and honey. Stir occasionally until the butter is melted and the sauce is smooth. Remove from heat.
Once the tenders are cooked, transfer them to a large mixing bowl. Pour the warm Buffalo sauce over the tenders and gently toss to coat them evenly.
Serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley. Pair with your favorite dipping sauce, celery sticks, or a side salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2908 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 173.7 g | 223% | |
| Saturated Fat | 43.5 g | 217% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 692 mg | 231% | |
| Sodium | 11955 mg | 520% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 225.8 g | 82% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.1 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.8 g | ||
| Protein | 126.1 g | 252% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.3 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 435 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 12.3 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 1406 mg | 30% | |
*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.
