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air fryer recipes chicken tenders

air fryer recipes chicken tenders: 5 Tips for Crispy Perfection

Crispy and flavorful air fryer chicken tenders.

  • Total Time: 42 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb chicken breast, cut into strips
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Marinate chicken strips in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  3. Mix breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  4. Coat each chicken strip in the breadcrumb mixture.
  5. Place chicken strips in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  6. Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  7. Check for doneness and cook longer if needed.

Notes

  • For extra crunch, double coat the chicken.
  • Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

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