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Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Tenders

The kids will love these crispy air-fried BBQ chicken tenders breaded and dunked in a sweet, fiery BBQ sauce! Serve them with some corn on the cob or a big salad.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 312 kcal
Course: Main Course , Lunch , Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons Favorite BBQ sauce
  • Olive oil spray
  • 12 chicken tenderloins (1 1/2 lbs total)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt and black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 large egg (beaten)
  • 1 large egg white
  • 1/2 cup seasoned breadcrumbs* (or gluten-free crumbs)
  • 1/2 cup seasoned panko (plain or gluten-free)
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne powder
  • Olive oil spray

Instructions

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  1. Combine BBQ sauce in a small bowl with 1 1/2 to 2 tablespoons of water, to thin down.
  2. Season chicken with salt, garlic powder and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper.
  3. Combine egg and egg white in a medium bowl. In a shallow bowl, combine the bread crumbs, panko and cayenne pepper.
  4. Dip chicken in the egg wash, then into the breadcrumb mixture and shake off excess and place on a large dish or cutting board. Spray both sides of the chicken generously with oil.
  5. In batches, cook the chicken 400F 5 to 6 minutes on each side, turning halfway, until the chicken is cooked through and crispy and golden on the outside. Brush or drizzle chicken with sauce until fully coated. Serve right away.

Notes

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  • *1/4 cup of crumb mix gets tossed, it is deducted from n.i.
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  • Chicken: If you can’t find chicken tenders, buy a package of breasts and cut them into strips.
  • BBQ Sauce: Make homemade BBQ sauce instead of buying it.Spiciness: If you prefer chicken fingers with less of a kick, omit the cayenne.
  • Breadcrumbs: If you don’t have seasoned breadcrumbs or panko, add spices, like garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and paprika.
  • No air fryer? Bake these chicken fingers in the oven at 400°F for 18 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition Information

Serving 3pieces Calories 312kcal (16%) Carbohydrates 17.5g (6%) Protein 43g (86%) Fat 6.5g (10%) Saturated Fat 1.5g (8%) Cholesterol 171mg (57%) Sodium 751.5mg (31%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 5g (10%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 312

% Daily Value*

Serving 3pieces
Calories 312kcal 16%
Carbohydrates 17.5g 6%
Protein 43g 86%
Fat 6.5g 10%
Saturated Fat 1.5g 8%
Cholesterol 171mg 57%
Sodium 751.5mg 31%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 5g 10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.