Gluten-Free Crispy Fried Chicken Tenders

Sink your teeth into these irresistibly crunchy Gluten-Free Crispy Fried Chicken Tenders, a game-changing twist on a comfort food classic! Perfectly marinated in tangy buttermilk for maximum tenderness, these chicken strips are coated in a delightful blend of gluten-free all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and flavor-packed spices such as paprika, garlic powder, and a touch of cayenne for a subtle kick. The ultimate secret to their satisfying crunch? A final layer of gluten-free breadcrumbs that fry to golden perfection in sizzling hot oil. Ready in under 40 minutes, these chicken tenders make for an easy weeknight dinner or crowd-pleasing party snack. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauces and watch them disappear in seconds! Whether you're gluten-sensitive or simply looking for a flawless fried chicken recipe, this dish is guaranteed to win hearts.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

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

Directions

Step 1

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.

Step 2

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.

Step 3

In another shallow dish, beat the eggs until smooth.

Step 4

Place the gluten-free breadcrumbs in a third shallow dish.

Step 5

Set up a breading station: one dish with the flour mixture, one with the beaten eggs, and one with the breadcrumbs.

Step 6

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.

Step 7

Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking.

Step 8

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).

Step 9

Transfer the fried chicken tenders to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Step 10

Serve the chicken tenders hot with your choice of dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1682.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7176.8

Total Fat 584.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 91.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 625.6mg	0%
Sodium 7253.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 397.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.4g	0%
Total Sugars 23.6g
Protein 132.3g	0%

Vitamin D 208.9IU	0%
Calcium 613.5mg	0%
Iron 12.7mg	0%
Potassium 1966.1mg	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: 71.3%

Protein: 7.2%

Carbs: 21.6%