Dairy-Free Buffalo Chicken Tenders

Indulge in the bold and spicy flavors of Dairy-Free Buffalo Chicken Tenders, a guilt-free twist on a classic comfort food! These crispy, oven-baked tenders are coated in a homemade dairy-free buttermilk substitute made with unsweetened almond milk and apple cider vinegar, ensuring a tender and juicy texture. A fiery hot sauce blend and a perfectly spiced breading with paprika, cayenne, and panko breadcrumbs create the ultimate crunchy crust. Perfect for game-day snacking or a weeknight dinner, these chicken tenders are easy to make, gluten-adaptable, and served with a warm, tangy dipping sauce for an extra kick of flavor. Whether you're catering to dietary restrictions or simply seeking a lighter spin, these homemade buffalo chicken tenders are bound to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Chicken breast tenders
• 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk
• 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
• 0.5 cup Hot sauce
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup Cornstarch
• 1 bottle Olive oil spray

Directions

Step 1

Combine unsweetened almond milk and apple cider vinegar in a bowl. Stir and set aside for 5 minutes to create a buttermilk alternative.

Step 2

Add hot sauce to the mixture, stir, and divide it into two bowls equally.

Step 3

In a separate large bowl, combine all-purpose flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Separate panko breadcrumbs and cornstarch into their own bowls.

Step 5

Dip each chicken tender first into the flour mixture, ensuring it's fully coated. Shake off the excess.

Step 6

Next, dip the chicken tender into the almond milk and hot sauce mixture, followed by the cornstarch.

Step 7

Finally, dip the tender into the panko breadcrumbs, pressing lightly to ensure the breadcrumbs adhere.

Step 8

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 9

Arrange the chicken tenders on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they do not touch.

Step 10

Lightly spray the chicken tenders with olive oil spray to help them crisp up.

Step 11

Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until golden brown, flipping halfway through the cooking time.

Step 12

While the chicken bakes, take the second bowl of almond milk and hot sauce mixture and heat it in a small saucepan over low heat until warm; this will be used for extra dipping sauce.

Step 13

Once cooked, remove the tenders from the oven and allow them to cool slightly before serving with the warm sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1271.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3725.3

Total Fat 255.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 518.4mg	0%
Sodium 6035.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 153.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.4g	0%
Total Sugars 4.3g
Protein 236.6g	0%

Vitamin D 87.8IU	0%
Calcium 528.2mg	0%
Iron 14.6mg	0%
Potassium 1399.0mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.6%

Protein: 24.5%

Carbs: 15.9%