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easy chicken tender recipes air fryer

Easy Chicken Tender Recipes Air Fryer: 5 Steps to Perfect Crunch


  • Author: Christina R. Jones
  • Total Time: 42 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Easy chicken tender recipes made in an air fryer.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound chicken breast, cut into strips
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Cooking spray

Instructions

  1. Marinate chicken strips 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 strip in the breadcrumb mixture.
  5. Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray.
  6. Place chicken strips in the basket in a single layer.
  7. Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  8. Check for doneness; chicken should reach 165°F (75°C).

Notes

  • Adjust the seasoning as per your taste.
  • Cook in batches if necessary.
  • Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 pieces
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

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