Air Fryer Chicken Strips
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Air Fryer Chicken Strips
Description
Air Fryer Chicken Strips start by whisking eggs, then coating chicken tenderloin strips in a seasoned mixture of kosher salt, smoked paprika, black pepper, garlic powder, and panko breadcrumbs. The coated strips are lightly sprayed with non-stick cooking spray to promote crispness without deep frying. Cooking in the air fryer at 400°F for 8-10 minutes, flipping midway, results in golden, crunchy chicken strips with an internal temperature safe for consumption at 165°F.
The texture combines a crispy crumb coating from panko with tender chicken inside. The seasoning mix adds a smoky, savory note without overpowering the natural chicken flavor. These strips are versatile for dipping in ranch, BBQ, or honey mustard sauces, making them a familiar yet healthier alternative to traditional fried tenders.
They can be made in batches if necessary, and the method allows for easy cooking without excess oil. The recipe also offers oven baking alternatives ensuring accessibility for different kitchen setups. Leftovers can be stored and reheated in the air fryer to restore crispness.
The recipe notes remind to preheat the air fryer, monitor thickness for cooking time adjustments, verify doneness via thermometer or visual cues, and tips for freezing cooked strips for up to a month.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds chicken tenderloin or boneless skinless chicken breasts pounded evenly and cut into strips
- 2 egg whisked, large
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper ground
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup seasoned panko
- Non-stick cooking spray
Instructions
- Whisk eggs in a shallow bowl or pie plate.
- In another shallow bowl or pie plate combine the salt, smoked paprika, ground black pepper, garlic powder and panko together.
- Dip chicken strips in egg then into breadcrumb making sure it’s completely covered. Shake off excess and transfer to a large dish or baking sheet. Repeat with all chicken strips.
- Spray breaded chicken strips with nonstick cooking spray, flip over and spray again.
- Place chicken strips in an air fryer, making sure not to let them overlap or touch, you will need to cook these in two batches if you have a smaller air fryer.
- Preheat air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Cook in the air fryer for 8-10 minutes, flipping half way through or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Serve immediately with desired dipping sauces such as ranch, BBQ sauce, honey mustard etc.
Notes
- Lightly coat breaded strips with non-stick cooking spray to achieve crispiness without added oil.
- Cook at 400°F in the air fryer for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway, ensuring internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Preheat the air fryer before cooking to reduce cooking time.
- Thicker strips may require additional cooking time; use a meat thermometer to check doneness.
- Strips can also be baked in a 400°F oven for 15-20 minutes until fully cooked.
- Cooked strips can be frozen for up to one month in airtight bags; reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for 4-5 minutes to restore crispness.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat using the air fryer for best texture.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 191 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 191kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 27g | 54% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 127mg | 42% |
| Sodium | 420mg | 18% |
| Potassium | 467mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 196IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 33mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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