Gluten-Free Italian Chicken Tenders

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 9

Gluten-Free Italian Chicken Tenders recipe for a healthy dinner

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	3/4 cup rice flour ( I used Bob 's Red Mill )
	2 1/2 tablespoons italian seasoning ( I used Zesty Italian Dressing Spice Mix by Sharon 123 )
	1 bag chicken breasts , strips
	1/4 cup butter

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

380

Sugar

Fat

21g

These Gluten-Free Italian Chicken Tenders are a healthy alternative to traditional chicken tenders. Made with rice flour and Italian seasoning, the tenders are gluten-free and low in carbohydrates. The combination of chicken and Italian seasoning blend creates a unique and flavorful experience that is sure to please even the most discerning taste buds. This recipe is perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner, and is sure to become a family favorite. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce or accompaniment for a delicious and satisfying meal.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 350°F/180°C.
2.	In a bowl, mix together rice flour and Italian seasoning.
3.	Place chicken strips in the bowl and coat well with the flour mixture.
4.	In a pan, melt butter over medium heat and cook chicken strips until browned on both sides, around 3-4 minutes per side.
5.	Transfer chicken strips to a baking dish and bake for 10-12 minutes or until fully cooked.
6.	Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce or accompaniment.

PROS

These chicken tenders are gluten-free and packed with protein.

The Italian seasoning blend adds a delicious and tangy flavor to the chicken.

This recipe is quick and easy to make, perfect for a busy weeknight dinner.

CONS

Frying the chicken in butter adds fat to the recipe.

Since the rice flour is not enriched, this may result in lower nutritional value compared to regular wheat flour.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe is low in carbohydrates and gluten-free, which may be beneficial for people with gluten intolerance or celiac disease.
The chicken provides an excellent source of lean protein which is essential for building and repairing muscle tissue.
The Italian seasoning blend may provide antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial benefits.