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Gluten-Free Baked Chicken Tenders
Preheat the oven to 375°F.
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Gluten-Free Baked Chicken Tenders
Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
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Gluten-Free Baked Chicken Tenders
Season the chicken tenders with the salt and pepper.
PRO TIP Have some extra time? For juicier chicken tenders, brine them in a 1-4 ratio of kosher salt to water for 15-30 minutes, then pat dry and season with the salt and pepper.
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Gluten-Free Baked Chicken Tenders
Place the gluten-free flour in a medium bowl. In a second bowl, whisk the egg until smooth. In a third bowl, combine the crushed corn flakes and salt.
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Gluten-Free Baked Chicken Tenders
Coat a chicken tender thoroughly in flour, then dip it in the beaten egg. Place tender in bowl of corn flakes, and turn it until evenly coated. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet. Repeat the process with the remaining chicken.
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Gluten-Free Baked Chicken Tenders
Spray the chicken tenders liberally on one side with canola oil cooking spray.
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Gluten-Free Baked Chicken Tenders
Bake the chicken tenders on middle rack of oven until they are beginning to brown, 13-15 minutes.
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Gluten-Free Baked Chicken Tenders
Flip the tenders and spray once more with the cooking spray. Continue baking until crust is golden and crispy and chicken is cooked through, 12-15 minutes
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Gluten-Free Baked Chicken Tenders
Check to see that chicken tenders are done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.
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Gluten-Free Baked Chicken Tenders
Allow chicken tenders to cool slightly. Transfer to a plate and serve immediately.