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airfryer tenders

Airfryer Tenders: 7 Irresistibly Crispy Recipes to Try


  • Author: Emma Schweitzer
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Crispy and juicy air fryer chicken tenders.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound chicken breast, cut into strips
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • Cooking spray

Instructions

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Set up a dredging station with flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs.
  3. Season the flour with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  4. Coat each chicken strip in flour, dip in eggs, then coat with breadcrumbs.
  5. Place the chicken tenders in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  6. Spray the tenders lightly with cooking spray.
  7. Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  8. Ensure they are golden brown and cooked through before serving.

Notes

  • Adjust cooking time based on the thickness of chicken strips.
  • Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 tenders
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

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