Gluten-Free Crispy Baked Chicken Tenders

Get ready to elevate your weeknight dinner game with these irresistible Gluten-Free Crispy Baked Chicken Tenders! Perfectly seasoned and coated in a flavorful blend of gluten-free breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and aromatic spices like garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika, these tenders deliver the crunch you crave—without the deep-frying. A quick dip in a buttermilk-egg mixture ensures juicy, tender chicken in every bite, while a high-heat bake achieves that golden, crispy coating. This gluten-free recipe is easy to prepare in under an hour, making it a family-friendly favorite that's ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Serve them with your favorite gluten-free dipping sauce for a satisfying, wholesome meal that's sure to please every palate.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Chicken tenderloins
• 1.5 cups Gluten-free breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, finely grated
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.5 cup Buttermilk
• 0.5 cup Gluten-free all-purpose flour
• 0 as needed Olive oil cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs and buttermilk. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.

Step 3

In another bowl, combine the gluten-free breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Place the gluten-free flour in a separate shallow dish.

Step 5

Season the chicken tenderloins with salt and pepper.

Step 6

Dredge one chicken tenderloin in the gluten-free flour, shaking off any excess.

Step 7

Dip the flour-coated chicken into the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off.

Step 8

Coat the chicken tenderloin with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.

Step 9

Repeat the dredging process for the remaining chicken tenderloins.

Step 10

Arrange the coated chicken tenderloins on the prepared baking sheet and spray them lightly with olive oil cooking spray.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is golden brown and crispy.

Step 12

Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.

Step 13

Serve warm with your favorite gluten-free dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1228.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2688.5

Total Fat 69.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 27.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 703.4mg	0%
Sodium 7268.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 331.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.8g	0%
Total Sugars 18.7g
Protein 177.3g	0%

Vitamin D 145.4IU	0%
Calcium 1818.1mg	0%
Iron 10.5mg	0%
Potassium 1783.7mg	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: 23.6%

Protein: 26.6%

Carbs: 49.8%