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air fryer chicken fingers recipes

Air Fryer Chicken Fingers Recipes: 5 Secrets to Crispy Bliss

Crispy and delicious air fryer chicken fingers that are easy to make.

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

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound chicken breast, cut into strips
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Set up a breading station with three bowls: one for flour, one for beaten eggs, and one for breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Dip each chicken strip first in flour, then in the egg, and finally in the breadcrumb mixture.
  4. Place the breaded chicken fingers in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  5. Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through.
  6. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

  • Adjust cooking time based on the thickness of chicken strips.
  • For extra crunch, spray chicken fingers lightly with cooking oil before air frying.
  • 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 pieces
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

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