Chicken Strips Gluten Free in Air Fryer
These gluten free chicken tenders cook up golden and crispy with a juicy center every time. They work just as well in the air fryer as they do in the oven, making them an easy option for family meals or quick dinners.
Servings 5 Portions
Calories 29kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Breadcrumbs
- 2 Pieces Eggs
- 2 Pieces Chicken Breasts cut into thin strips lengthwise
- 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil EVO for spraying
- 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Onion Powder
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
Instructions
- Collect the chicken breast, breadcrumbs, eggs, seasonings, and EVO oil, then preheat the air fryer to 430°Fahrenheit (220°Celsius).
- Whisk the eggs in one bowl and mix breadcrumbs with smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper in another.
- Slice the chicken into fry-shaped strips, dip each into the egg, then coat fully in the seasoned breadcrumbs.
- Lightly spray the basket with EVO oil, arrange chicken strips in a single layer, spray lightly again, and air fry for 6 minutes.
- Flip the chicken fries and air fry for another 6 minutes until golden, crispy, and fully cooked.
Video
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Notes
- Don’t overcrowd the air fryer: Give the chicken strips space to cook evenly and get crispy on all sides.
- Use a wire rack for extra crispiness: If baking, instead of air frying, place the chicken on a rack over a parchment paper to prevent sogginess.
- Spray lightly with oil: A quick spray of olive oil helps create a golden, crunchy crust without deep frying.
- Double bread for extra crunch: Dip the chicken in the egg and gluten free bread crumbs twice for a thicker, crispier coating.
- Let the chicken rest before serving: This helps lock in the juices and keeps the meat tender inside.
Nutrition
Serving: 1Piece | Calories: 29kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 0.3g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 0.4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 118mg | Potassium: 18mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 0.1mg