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Air Fryer Chicken Tenders

Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Tenders That Everyone Will Love

These Air Fryer Chicken Tenders are a guilt-free delight that combines crispy textures with high protein, making them a perfect weeknight dinner option.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 tenders
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Tenders
For the Breading
  • 2 large Large Eggs substitute with flax eggs for vegan
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt or sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper optional for milder flavor
  • 1 cup Seasoned Breadcrumbs gluten-free if needed
  • 1 cup Seasoned Panko or regular breadcrumbs
For Cooking
  • 1 spray Olive Oil Spray or non-stick spray
For Serving
  • 1 whole Lemon Wedges optional but delicious

Equipment

  • air fryer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by seasoning your chicken tenders with kosher salt and black pepper to enhance their flavor.
  2. In two separate bowls, set up your breading stations: beat the large eggs in one bowl and combine the seasoned breadcrumbs and panko in the other.
  3. Dip each seasoned tender into the beaten egg, then roll it in the breadcrumb mixture.
  4. Generously spray both sides of the breaded chicken tenders with olive oil.
  5. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 3-5 minutes.
  6. Place the breaded chicken tenders in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes on one side, then flip and cook an additional 5 to 6 minutes on the other side until crispy.
  7. Once cooked, remove your Air Fryer Chicken Tenders from the basket and serve them hot alongside lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tendersCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For best results, preheat the air fryer and avoid overcrowding the basket to keep tenders crispy. Experiment with spices for extra flavor.

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