Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Tenders
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
12 mins
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Total Time
22 mins
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Servings
4 people
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Calories
699 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Appetizer, Lunch
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Cuisine
American
Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Tenders
Description
This recipe prepares trimmed chicken tenderloins, first coated in plain flour, then an egg and milk wash, followed by a seasoned mixture of breadcrumbs, flour, salt, garlic powder, black pepper, and paprika. After coating, the chicken strips are arranged in a preheated air fryer basket without overcrowding and sprayed lightly with cooking oil. Cooking at 400°F for two six-minute intervals, flipping mid-way, crisps the tenders thoroughly while ensuring they reach a safe internal temperature of 165°F.
The resulting chicken tenders have a crispy, golden crust with a tender and juicy inside. The seasoning adds subtle smoky and savory notes. These are convenient for quick meals or snacks and pair well with a variety of dipping sauces to suit different tastes.
The recipe suggests cooking in small batches to avoid crowding in the air fryer, which helps maintain the crispiness. Serve immediately after cooking for best texture.
Ingredients
Chicken Strips
- 1 1/2 to 2 pounds chicken tenderloin trimmed of fat
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 1/2 cup all-purpose flour divided
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs plain
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- pritz cooking oil spray
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit for at least 5 minutes. Be sure that the air fryer reaches its full temperature before using for best results.
- In a shallow dish, mix together 1/2 cup of flour. In a separate dish, beat together the egg and milk. In a third dish, mix together the breadcrumbs, 1 cup of flour, salt, garlic powder, black pepper, and paprika.
- Working one at a time, coat each chicken tender in the plain flour, then the egg mixture, and then the breadcrumb mixture. Make sure each tender is thoroughly coated.
- Place 3-4 chicken tenders in the air fryer basket, being careful not to overcrowd it. Spritz the tenders with cooking oil to help them crisp up.
- Cook the chicken tenders at 400°F for 5-6 minutes, then flip them over and cook for an additional 5-6 minutes until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Serve the chicken tenders hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 699 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 699kcal | 35% |
| Carbohydrates | 46g | 15% |
| Protein | 93g | 186% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 296mg | 99% |
| Sodium | 1160mg | 48% |
| Potassium | 1585mg | 34% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 315IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 69mg | 7% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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