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air fryer chicken tender recipes

Air Fryer Chicken Tender Recipes: 5 Reasons to Love Them


  • Author: Christina R. Jones
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Delicious and crispy air fryer chicken tenders that are easy to make.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound chicken breast, cut into strips
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • Oil spray

Instructions

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Set up a breading station with flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs.
  3. Season the flour with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  4. Dredge each chicken strip in flour, dip in egg, and coat with breadcrumbs.
  5. Spray the air fryer basket with oil.
  6. Place the chicken tenders in the basket in a single layer.
  7. Spray the tops with oil spray.
  8. Cook for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
  9. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

  • Adjust cooking time based on the thickness of the chicken strips.
  • Use panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 tenders
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 520mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

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