Herb Crusted Gluten Free Oven Chicken Tenders
These crispy, oven-baked Herb Crusted Gluten Free Chicken Tenders are made with almond flour, flaxseed, and fragrant herbs. They're a wholesome, satisfying alternative to traditional fried tenders, perfect for weeknights, lunchboxes, or party appetizers.
Equipment
- baking sheet
- parchment paper
- mixing bowls
- spatula
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs chicken tenders or chicken breast cut into strips
- 1 large egg
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 cup almond flour
- 2 tbsp ground flaxseed
- 1 tbsp dried parsley
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- olive oil spray for crisping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray with olive oil.
- In a shallow bowl, whisk the egg with Dijon mustard. In a second bowl, mix almond flour, flaxseed, parsley, basil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Dip each chicken tender into the egg mixture, then coat in the herb crust, pressing gently to adhere.
- Place coated tenders on the baking sheet, spaced apart. Spray tops with olive oil for crispiness.
- Bake for 18–22 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
- Let rest 3–5 minutes before serving to help the crust set.
Notes
These tenders are naturally gluten- and dairy-free, and great for meal prep. Add cayenne for heat, swap herbs, or include gluten-free cornflakes in the crust for extra crunch.
Nutrition
Calories: 310kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 32gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 340mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 120IUCalcium: 60mgIron: 1.9mg
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