Description
Air fryer chicken tenders are the ultimate family-friendly dish, combining a golden, crispy exterior with a juicy interior—without the guilt of frying. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, these tenders are quick to prepare and bursting with flavor. Serve them alongside your favorite dipping sauces for a meal that everyone will adore.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into strips)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Cut chicken breasts into strips about one inch wide.
- Set up three bowls: one with seasoned flour (salt and pepper), another with whisked eggs, and the third with panko breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder and paprika.
- Dredge each chicken strip in the flour, dip in the eggs, then coat thoroughly in panko breadcrumbs.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for five minutes.
- Place chicken strips in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook for 10 minutes, flipping halfway through for even browning.
- Serve hot with your choice of dipping sauces.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 tenders (120g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg