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chicken tender recipes air fryer

chicken tender recipes air fryer: 5 Steps to Crispy Perfection


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

A quick and easy recipe for crispy chicken tenders using an air fryer.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound of chicken tenders
  • 1 cup of breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup of flour
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon of paprika
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F.
  2. Set up a breading station with three bowls: one for flour, one for beaten eggs, and one for breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Dredge each chicken tender in flour, then dip in egg, and coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
  4. Place the breaded chicken tenders in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  5. Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through.
  6. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

  • Cooking time may vary depending on the size of the chicken tenders.
  • For extra crispiness, spray the tenders with cooking spray before air frying.
  • Try different seasonings in the breadcrumb mixture for varied flavors.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Air Fryer
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 tenders
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: chicken tenders, air fryer, crispy chicken, easy recipes