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chicken tender recipes air fryer

Chicken Tender Recipes Air Fryer: 5 Easy Steps to Bliss


  • Author: Christina R. Jones
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Crispy and juicy chicken tenders made in an air fryer.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb chicken tenderloins
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • Cooking spray

Instructions

  1. Marinate chicken in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  3. In a bowl, mix breadcrumbs, flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  4. Coat each chicken tender in the breadcrumb mixture.
  5. Place tenders in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  6. Spray the tenders lightly with cooking spray.
  7. Cook for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  8. Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Notes

  • Adjust cooking time based on the size of tenders.
  • Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 tenders
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

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