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Easy Air Fryer Meals: 5 Crispy Chicken Tenders to Love


  • Author: ushinzomr

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

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a shallow dish, combine the breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. In another shallow dish, place the flour.
  4. In a third shallow dish, beat the eggs.
  5. Coat each chicken tender in flour, shaking off excess, then dip into the eggs, and finally coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
  6. Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray and arrange the chicken tenders in a single layer.
  7. Spray the tops of the chicken tenders with more cooking spray.
  8. 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).
  9. 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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