Description
Crispy, juicy chicken tenders made with a three-stage dredge and air-fried to perfection. A healthier alternative to deep-fried favorites with a golden, herb-seasoned crust.
Ingredients
Chicken Tenders
Breadcrumbs
All-Purpose Flour
Eggs
Paprika
Garlic Powder
Cooking Spray (optional)
Instructions
Pat chicken tenders dry with paper towels
Set up a dredging station: first bowl with flour, second bowl with beaten eggs, and third with breadcrumbs mixed with paprika and garlic powder
Dredge each tender in flour, shake off excess
Transfer to egg wash and coat evenly
Press into breadcrumb mixture, flipping to ensure coating adheres
Spritz tops of tenders lightly with cooking spray
Place in preheated air fryer basket
Cook at 400°F (7 minutes per side) until golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F
Brush tops with oil if browning needs improvement
Notes
Use parchment paper if air fryer basket is non-stick
For extra crunch, add 5 minutes to cooking time after flipping
Lemon wedges make a refreshing garnish
Room temperature chicken yields more even cooking
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 12
- Category: Easy Chicken Dinner Recipes for Busy Nights
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 chicken tenders
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 200mg