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No Breading Chicken Tenders in the Air Fryer
Tender slices of chicken breasts are coated with delicious spices and then air-fried to perfection in this Air Fryer Chicken Tenders No Breading recipe. Baked so they are crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, these tenders are loaded with flavor.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Resting Time
5 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 4 -6 servings
Calories: 332 kcal
Course:
Lunch
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken tenders
- 2 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (190°C).
- In a small bowl, combine the onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
- Place the chicken tenders in a medium or large mixing bowl and drizzle the olive oil over them.
- Sprinkle the seasoning blend over the chicken tenders, then gently toss them to ensure even coating.
- Arrange the seasoned chicken tenders in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to cook them in batches.
- Air fry the chicken tenders for about 10-12 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C) when tested with a meat thermometer.
- Once cooked, remove the naked chicken tenders from the air fryer and let them cool for a few minutes. Serve this easy meal with your favorite dipping sauce, such as buffalo sauce, barbecue sauce, or ranch dressing.
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Notes
- Even Coating: Make sure the raw chicken tenders are evenly coated with the seasoning mixture for consistent flavor in every bite.
- Preheat the Air Fryer: This ensures that the chicken cooks evenly and crisps up nicely as well.
- Single Layer: Arrange the chicken tenders in a single layer in the air fryer basket for even cooking.
- Monitor Temperature: Use an instant-read thermometer to check the chicken's internal temperature to ensure it reaches 165°F (75°C) for safe consumption and to prevent over-cooking the chicken.
- Flip Halfway Through: For even browning flip the chicken tenders halfway through the cooking time.
- Let Them Rest: Allow the cooked chicken fingers to rest for a few minutes before serving so you can end up with juicy chicken tenderloins.
Nutrition Information
Calories
332kcal
(17%)
Carbohydrates
3g
(1%)
Protein
49g
(98%)
Fat
13g
(20%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
7g
Trans Fat
0.03g
Cholesterol
145mg
(48%)
Sodium
847mg
(35%)
Potassium
888mg
(25%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
0.2g
(0%)
Vitamin A
324IU
(6%)
Vitamin C
3mg
(3%)
Calcium
27mg
(3%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4-6 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 332
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 332kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 49g | 98% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Trans Fat | 0.03g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 145mg | 48% |
| Sodium | 847mg | 35% |
| Potassium | 888mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 0.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 324IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 27mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.