Description
These easy air fryer chicken tenders are crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, making them a perfect meal for the whole family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken tenders
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (Panko or regular)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a shallow dish, combine the breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- In another shallow dish, place the flour.
- In a third shallow dish, beat the eggs.
- Coat each chicken tender in flour, shaking off excess, then dip into the eggs, and finally coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray and arrange the chicken tenders in a single layer.
- Spray the tops of the chicken tenders with more cooking spray.
- Cook in the air fryer for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C).
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken tenders in buttermilk for a few hours before breading.
- Feel free to add your favorite spices to the breadcrumb mixture for a personalized touch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 400
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 20
- Cholesterol: 150
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