Certainly! Making chicken tenders in the air fryer is a quick and healthy way to enjoy a crispy and delicious snack. Here’s a simple recipe for Air Fryer Chicken Tenders:
Ingredients:
- 1 lb chicken tenders
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking spray or oil for spraying
Dipping Sauce (Optional):
- Your favorite dipping sauce (e.g., honey mustard, barbecue sauce, ranch)
Instructions:
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Prepare Breading Station: Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls. In the first bowl, place the flour. In the second bowl, beat the eggs. In the third bowl, combine breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Coat Chicken Tenders: Dredge each chicken tender in the flour, shaking off any excess. Dip it into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off. Finally, coat it thoroughly in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing the breadcrumbs onto the chicken.
- Arrange in Air Fryer Basket: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray or brush it with oil. Arrange the coated chicken tenders in a single layer in the basket, ensuring they are not touching.
- Air Fry: Air fry the chicken tenders at 400°F (200°C) for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through the cooking time. Cooking times may vary based on the thickness of your chicken tenders and the specific model of your air fryer.
- Check for Doneness: The chicken tenders are done when they are golden brown and have an internal temperature of at least 165°F (74°C).
- Serve: Remove the chicken tenders from the air fryer and let them rest for a couple of minutes. Serve them hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
- Enjoy: Enjoy these crispy and flavorful air fryer chicken tenders as a snack, appetizer, or part of a meal.
Feel free to experiment with different seasonings in the breadcrumb mixture or marinate the chicken tenders before breading for extra flavor. The air fryer makes it easy to achieve that perfect crispy texture without deep frying.
