Eggless Oven Fried Chicken Tenders Recipes (2024)

FAQs

What can I substitute for eggs when frying chicken? ›

Editor: One option is just dipping the fish or chicken breast in melted butter before rolling it in the spices or coating, like we did in this Blackened Chicken recipe. You could also try milk or yogurt. For heavier coatings (like panko or breadcrumbs), you might dust the fish with flour first.

Always dip your chicken in beaten egg before coating

Dipping your chicken in egg helps the breadcrumbs, or whatever coating you use, adhere evenly to the outside of the cutlet. You should start with a thin layer of flour, which gives the egg a better surface to cling to, then the egg, then the coating.

You don't need egg for fried chicken. I've never used egg in my fried chicken. Just seasoned flour. Depends on the type of fried chicken you want.

Coconut oil is widely used as an egg replacement in vegan baking and it's easy to see why. Once melted, this delicious oil will mix well into most batters, brownies and bakes. And it can be used to replace eggs when you're breading foods, such as tofu, before baking or frying.

To stick flour to chicken without using eggs, you can use alternative coatings such as buttermilk, yogurt, or even just water. These liquids can help the flour adhere to the chicken. Simply dip the chicken in the liquid of your choice and then coat it with the flour mixture.

Flour and Water Slurry

To make this egg substitute for frying, combine 1 tablespoon of flour with 2 tablespoons of water until the mixture is lump free. Mix in 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder and 1/8 teaspoon of salt if desired. Use this mixture as you would regular eggs when frying foods.

If you haven't done it yet, try replacing your typical egg wash with a layer of mayo. This condiment is a jack of all trades, and you won't even have to go through the motions of making a pesky egg wash. Just make sure you don't spread mayo on your raw chicken, then dunk the knife back in the container.

Do you do egg or flour first for fried chicken? No eggs are used in this recipe, because it's not needed. Instead I use a mild hot sauce as a binder, and it works wonderfully! If you're not a fan of using hot sauce you can indeed use two lightly beaten eggs as a binder.

Should you let breading sit on chicken before frying? ›

Evenly-breaded fried chicken is best coated with a buttermilk mixture, then coated in a dry breading before frying. Now, that's no mystery, but what you might not know is that it's important to allow the chicken to rest before frying so the coating has a chance to hydrate and get a little sticky.

Tenderness: The lactic acid in milk helps to break down the proteins in the chicken, resulting in a tender and moist texture. Flavor Infusion: Milk can act as a carrier for other flavors, such as herbs and spices, allowing them to penetrate the chicken and create a delicious taste profile.

**Dredge in Cornstarch:** Lightly dredge each piece of chicken in cornstarch, pressing the coating onto the surface. 4. **Let It Rest:** Allow the coated chicken to rest for a few minutes to let the cornstarch adhere better.

Frying a food to create a crust usually requires you to dredge the item in flour and egg before coating it in breadcrumbs. But if you're allergic to eggs or prefer consuming a plant-based diet, this won't be an option. You can use oil as an egg substitute for breading instead.

Breaded Lemon Garlic Chicken is like a kitchen miracle! You use olive oil instead of eggs to help the breading adhere to the chicken and it is insanely juicy and delicious.