Description
Crispy chicken tenders made in an air fryer are a quick and healthy alternative to deep-fried versions. They turn out golden and crunchy with minimal oil.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken tenders
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Mix breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Beat the egg in another bowl.
- Dip each chicken tender in the egg, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Lightly spray or brush the air fryer basket with olive oil.
- Place the coated tenders in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Cook for 10 minutes, flip halfway through, until golden and crispy.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, spray the tenders lightly with oil before cooking.
- Adjust cooking time if using thicker chicken strips.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (3 tenders)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: crispy chicken tenders, air fryer chicken, healthy chicken recipe