Air Fryer Chicken Tenders
Delicious and crispy chicken tenders made in an air fryer, perfect for any meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 individual raw chicken tenders (about 1 1/4 pounds)
- 2 beaten eggs
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 cup seasoned dry bread crumbs
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Olive oil spray or other cooking spray
- Black pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges for garnish
Instructions
- Season the chicken tenders on both sides with sea salt and black pepper.
- Beat the eggs in a bowl and set aside.
- Mix together the panko and regular breadcrumbs in another bowl.
- Dip each chicken tender in the egg mixture, ensuring it’s fully coated.
- Dredge the tenders in the breadcrumb mixture, shaking off any extra crumbs.
- Place the breaded chicken tenders on a large plate or cutting board.
- Spray the tenders generously with olive oil spray for that golden finish.
- Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Cook the chicken tenders in small batches for 5-6 minutes on each side until they are golden brown.
- Check that the chicken is fully cooked using a meat thermometer; it should read 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Serve hot with lemon wedges and your favorite dipping sauces.
Notes
For best results, avoid overcrowding the air fryer and check for doneness with a meat thermometer.
Find it online: https://www.zaynkitchen.com/crispy-air-fryer-chicken-tenders/