Air Fryer Blackened Chicken Tenders (Popeyes Copycat)

Name: Air Fryer Blackened Chicken Tenders (Popeyes Copycat)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 serving
Ingredients: 1 lb. chicken tenderloins; 1/2 Tbsp olive oil; 2 tsp each: paprika, garlic powder, onion powder; 1 tsp each: cumin, oregano, salt, pepper; 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes

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Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings
4
Calories
139 kcal
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
American

Air Fryer Blackened Chicken Tenders (Popeyes Copycat)

Heidi Hunt

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These Air Fryer Blackened Chicken Tenders are juicy, flavorful and so easy to make! They're made with the easiest spice blend and are great for meal prep because they pair with so many things. And they're ready in 15 minutes!

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Ingredients

Servings

1 lb. chicken tenderloins
1/2 Tbsp olive oil
2 tsp each: paprika, garlic powder, onion powder
1 tsp each: cumin, oregano, salt, pepper
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes optional for heat

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Instructions

Preheat the air fryer to 390 degrees F.
In a small bowl, mix together all the spices for the blackened chicken.
Pat chicken tenderloins dry with a paper towel and spray with cooking spray. Then toss evenly with the seasoning mix.
Spray air fryer basket with cooking spray. Place the tenders in the basket in a single layer. Cook for 4-5 minutes, then flip and cook for another 4-5 minutes or until cooked through. Set on a plate to rest for 5 minutes before cutting.

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Notes

To cook in oven: place chicken on a sheet pan and cook at 400F for 15-18 minutes.
To cook on stovetop: heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken tenderloins to the pan and cook for 4-5 minutes, then flip and cook an additional 2-3 minutes or until done.