Air Fryer Chicken Tenders
Air Fryer Chicken Tenders are the ultimate crispy delight that will elevate your next meal. These juicy, golden-brown tenders are coated in a flavorful breadcrumb mixture and air-fried to perfection, making them a healthier alternative to traditional frying. Serve them with your favorite dips like honey mustard or spicy sriracha for an irresistible treat that’s perfect for family gatherings, game days, or cozy movie nights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp pepper
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In one bowl, whisk the eggs. In another bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Dip each chicken tender in the egg wash, allowing excess to drip off, then coat thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil and place chicken tenders in a single layer.
- Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown and cooked through.
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving with dipping sauces.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tenders (170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg