Description
Crispy gluten free air fryer chicken tenders with a seasoned gluten-free flour coating, made quick and easy with minimal oil. Perfect for celiac-safe family meals, meal prep, and picky eaters.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken tenders or breast strips
- 1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tbsp water
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F.
2. Mix the gluten-free flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a shallow bowl.
3. Whisk the eggs and water in a second bowl.
4. Dip each chicken piece into the flour mix.
5. Coat it in the egg wash.
6. Dip it back into the flour mix for a double coating.
7. Place the coated chicken in the air fryer basket.
8. Spray lightly with olive oil.
9. Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway.
10. Always check the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Notes
Use crushed gluten-free cornflakes or gluten-free panko for extra crunch.
Add cayenne pepper to the flour mix for spicy chicken.
Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in batches if needed.
Press the flour mixture firmly onto the chicken to help the coating adhere.
Let the coated chicken rest for five minutes before cooking.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.
Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for 3-4 minutes; avoid the microwave.
Serve with a fresh garden salad, sweet potato fries, or gluten-free mac and cheese.
For chicken thighs, adjust cooking time a few extra minutes to reach 165°F.
Pat chicken dry before dipping and ensure all ingredients are certified gluten-free for celiac safety.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
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