Air Fryer Chicken Tenders
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Air Fryer Chicken Tenders
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These healthy air fryer chicken tenders are coated in breadcrumbs and a blend of spices. They're crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside and loaded with flavor. They're perfect for meal prep or a quick weeknight dinner.
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Ingredients
- 1 lb organic boneless skinless chicken breast cut into strips
- ½ cup seasoned Italian style breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 egg
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Instructions
- Place breadcrumbs, panko, paprika, cayenne, garlic powder, sea salt and black pepper in a small bowl. Stir to combine.
- Crack an egg into another shallow bowl and whisk.
- One by one, dredge each chicken tender in the egg bowl, wiping off any access and then dip each into the breadcrumb mixture. Roll until each tender is covered completely.
- Preheat air fryer if required. Add chicken tenders to your air fryer in a single layer and cook at 400°F for 7-8 minutes, flipping once halfway. You may need to do this in batches depending on the size of your air fryer basket. If you have a thermometer, you can check to make sure the tenders have an internal temp of 165°F to ensure they are cooked through. Just know that cook time will vary depending on the size of your tenders.
- Enjoy chicken immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- baked chicken tenders
- Chicken breast: I usually buy organic chicken breasts and cut into strips. It's cheaper than buying pre-cut chicken tenders and I personally hate dealing with the tendon that you'll typically find in store-bought tenders. That said, you can totally buy pre-cut chicken tenderloins if you prefer.
- Oven option: If you don't have an air fryer, you can bake these chicken tenders in the oven at 400°F for 20 minutes, flipping halfway, until the chicken tenders are golden brown and completely cooked through. Pro tip: line your baking sheet with a wire rack. This will result in a crispier texture.
- Gluten-free: If you're looking for a gluten-free option try my recipe for baked chicken tenders instead. They're breaded with almond flour and coconut so they're gluten-free and paleo.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1/4 of recipe
Calories
229kcal
(11%)
Carbohydrates
15g
(5%)
Protein
29g
(58%)
Fat
5g
(8%)
Saturated Fat
5g
(25%)
Cholesterol
117mg
(39%)
Sodium
575mg
(24%)
Potassium
73mg
(2%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 229 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1/4 of recipe | |
| Calories | 229kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 15g | 5% |
| Protein | 29g | 58% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 117mg | 39% |
| Sodium | 575mg | 24% |
| Potassium | 73mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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