Crispy Vegan Cauliflower Chicken

Name: Crispy Vegan Cauliflower Chicken
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 6 Servings
Ingredients: 1 whole cauliflower; 1 cup all-purpose flour; ½ teaspoon ground thyme; ½ teaspoon ground oregano; salt and pepper to taste; 1 cup panko breadcrumbs; 1 tablespoon poultry seasoning; 3 tablespoon vegan egg; ½ cup unsweetened plant-based milk; vegetable oil spray

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Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings
6 Servings
Calories
160 kcal
Course
Main Course, Appetizer
Cuisine
American, Vegan

Crispy Vegan Cauliflower Chicken

Demi Foster

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This oven fried crispy cauliflower chicken is a quick and easy chicken alternative that can be made gluten-free and oil-free.

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Ingredients

Servings

1 whole cauliflower
1 cup all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon ground thyme
½ teaspoon ground oregano
salt and pepper to taste
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon poultry seasoning we use Weber Grill’s mixture
3 tablespoon vegan egg we use JUST egg (SEE NOTE)
½ cup unsweetened plant-based milk anything but coconut milk will work
vegetable oil spray

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400˚F (204˚C) and line a baking sheetwith parchment paper for easier cleanup.
Remove the core from the cauliflower and break or cut the individual florets from the head. If the florets are too large, cut them in half.
In a medium bowl, whisk the flour, thyme, oregano, and salt and pepper until fully combined.
In another medium bowl, whisk the panko breadcrumbs and poultry seasoning until fully combined.
In a third medium bowl, whisk the vegan egg and plant-based milk together until fully combined.
Dip a cauliflower floret in the egg and milk, then roll in the flour mixture, then dip in the egg mixture again, and roll in the breadcrumbs until fully coated. Place on the baking sheet and repeat with the remaining florets. Give the florets enough space so they don’t touch. If they touch, they’ll likely steam and won’t get as crispy.
Bake for approximately 15 minutes, or until golden and crispy, then turn them over and bake for another 10 to 15 minutes, or until they’re evenly crispy and browned. The cauliflower should be fork tender.

Notes

NUTRITION DISCLAIMER
Use JUST egg or Follow Your Heart Vegan Egg and follow the directions on the box for 3 tbsp.
To make this recipe gluten-free, replace the flour with cornstarch or gluten-free all-purpose flour. Replace the breadcrumbs with gluten-free breadcrumbs.
To make this oil-free, omit the oil, just know that they won’t turn out as crispy and the color won’t be as golden.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 16g Calories 160kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 32g (11%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 1g (2%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 116mg (5%) Potassium 356mg (10%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 95IU (2%) Vitamin C 48mg (53%) Calcium 142mg (14%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 160 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving	16g
Calories	160kcal	8%
Carbohydrates	32g	11%
Protein	6g	12%
Fat	1g	2%
Saturated Fat	1g	5%
Sodium	116mg	5%
Potassium	356mg	8%
Fiber	3g	12%
Sugar	3g	6%
Vitamin A	95IU	2%
Vitamin C	48mg	53%
Calcium	142mg	14%
Iron	2mg	11%