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air fryer bbq chicken tenders

Air fryer BBQ chicken tenders that will wow your taste buds

Crispy and flavorful air fryer BBQ chicken tenders.

  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound chicken tenders
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix the chicken tenders with BBQ sauce.
  3. In another bowl, combine breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Coat each chicken tender in the breadcrumb mixture.
  5. Place the tenders in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  6. Cook for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through, flipping halfway.
  7. Serve with extra BBQ sauce for dipping.

Notes

  • Adjust cooking time based on the size of the tenders.
  • Use your favorite BBQ sauce for different flavors.
  • For extra crunch, spray a little oil on the tenders before cooking.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 tenders
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: air fryer, bbq, chicken, tenders