Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Tenders

Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Tenders

Golden and crispy chicken tenders made effortlessly in the air fryer, perfect for a quick and healthy meal.

By RecipeBoss
Servings
4
Time Required
25 min

Ingredients

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1 ½ lbs chicken breast
½ cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs
1 ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
1 for coating olive oil spray

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Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the chicken by cutting 1.5 lbs of chicken breast into 1-inch wide strips.

  2. 2

    In three shallow dishes, prepare the dredging station: one with 0.5 cup all-purpose flour seasoned with 0.5 tsp salt and 0.25 tsp black pepper, one with 2 beaten large eggs, and one with 1.5 cups panko breadcrumbs mixed with 1 tsp paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder, 0.5 tsp onion powder, 0.5 tsp salt, and 0.25 tsp black pepper.

  3. 3

    Dip each chicken tender first into the seasoned flour, then into the beaten eggs, and finally coat thoroughly with the panko mixture. Press gently to adhere.

  4. 4

    Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (190°C). Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil spray.

  5. 5

    Arrange the coated chicken tenders in a single layer in the air fryer basket, working in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding. Spray the tops of the tenders lightly with olive oil spray.

  6. 6

    Air fry for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).

    12 min

Perfect With

french friescoleslawcorn on the cob