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Air Fryer 15-Minute Chicken Tenders

Air Fryer 15-Minute Chicken Tenders for Busy Nights

Quick and easy air fryer chicken tenders ready in 15 minutes.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound chicken tenders
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. In another bowl, beat the egg.
  4. Dip each chicken tender in the egg, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
  5. Drizzle olive oil over the coated tenders.
  6. Place the tenders in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  7. Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown.
  8. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Adjust seasoning to your taste.
  • Cooking time may vary based on air fryer model.
  • For extra crispiness, spray with cooking spray before air frying.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 3 tenders
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Air Fryer, Chicken Tenders, Quick Recipe