Airfried Chicken Tenders
Get ready to savor the ultimate comfort food made guilt-free with these irresistible Airfried Chicken Tenders! Crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, these tenders are seasoned with a flavorful blend of garlic, paprika, and black pepper before being coated in golden panko breadcrumbs. Perfectly cooked in the air fryer, they deliver all the crunch you crave without the excess oil. With just 15 minutes of prep and a quick 20-minute cook time, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauces for a protein-packed snack or pair them with a side salad for a wholesome meal. Airfried Chicken Tenders are the perfect healthier alternative to traditional fried chicken, delivering all the flavor and none of the regret!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken tenders
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
Pat the chicken tenders dry with paper towels.
In a shallow dish, combine the flour with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
In another shallow dish, beat the eggs.
Place the panko breadcrumbs in a third shallow dish.
Dredge each chicken tender in the seasoned flour, shaking off excess. Then, dip into the beaten eggs, letting excess drip off. Finally, coat with panko breadcrumbs, pressing lightly to adhere.
Spray each chicken tender lightly with cooking spray on both sides.
Arrange the chicken tenders in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure they are not overcrowded. Cook in batches if necessary.
Air fry the chicken tenders for 10 minutes. Flip them over and continue cooking for another 8-10 minutes or until golden and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C).
Remove from air fryer and let rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your crispy, airfried chicken tenders!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1923 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 80.5 g | 103% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.9 g | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 599 mg | 200% | |
| Sodium | 5568 mg | 242% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 162.6 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.4 g | ||
| Protein | 126.6 g | 253% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 147 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 11.7 mg | 65% | |
| Potassium | 1293 mg | 28% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
