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Quick Air Fryer Blackened Chicken Tenders
Quick Air Fryer Blackened Chicken Tenders are perfectly crispy on the outside while staying juicy and tender on the inside. With a homemade blackened seasoning, you can prepare and air fry these delicious tenders in under 15 minutes.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
13 mins
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 167 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken tenders
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon ancho chili powder or regular chili powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- cooking spray
Instructions
- In a small bowl combine paprika, smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. In a separate bowl mix the chicken tenders with oil until well combined. Add blackened seasoning and coat the tenders on all sides.
- Spray the air fryer tray with cooking spray and add the seasoned chicken tenders. Air fry at 380 degrees for 8 minutes.
- Flip the chicken tenders at the 4 minute mark. Then place the air fryer basket back into the air fryer and continue cooking for the remaining 4 minutes.
- When the chicken is done, let cool for a couple minutes to allow the crispy exterior to form. Then, serve with your favorite condiment.
Cup of Yum
Notes
- Pro Tip: Remove the tendon from the tenderloins before seasoning.
- Make Them Spicy: Add ½ teaspoon black pepper, red pepper flake or ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper to the blackened seasoning. Start with a little at a time and add more as needed.
- Storage and Reheating: Keep in the fridge for 3-4 days for short-term storage. For long-term storage, freeze for up to 3 months in an airtight container. Reheat in the air fryer at 350 for 3-5 minutes or up to 12 minutes from frozen.
Nutrition Information
Calories
167kcal
(8%)
Carbohydrates
1g
(0%)
Protein
25g
(50%)
Fat
7g
(11%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
3g
Trans Fat
0.03g
Cholesterol
74mg
(25%)
Sodium
176mg
(7%)
Potassium
458mg
(13%)
Fiber
0.4g
(2%)
Sugar
0.1g
(0%)
Vitamin A
527IU
(11%)
Vitamin C
1mg
(1%)
Calcium
10mg
(1%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 167
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 167kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 25g | 50% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 0.03g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 74mg | 25% |
| Sodium | 176mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 458mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 0.4g | 2% |
| Sugar | 0.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 527IU | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 10mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.