Description
Crispy and flavorful air fryer chicken tenders that are a healthier twist on a classic treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken tenders
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 large eggs
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- In another bowl, whisk the eggs until fully blended.
- Dip each chicken tender into the egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray and lay the coated chicken tenders in a single layer.
- Lightly spray the tops of the tenders with cooking spray.
- Cook the chicken tenders for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauces.
Notes
Use fresh chicken tenders for best results. Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the air fryer for optimal crispness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 250mg