Crispy Deluxe Air Fryer Chicken Tenders
Discover how easy it is to make incredibly crispy chicken tenders in your air fryer. This recipe combines juicy chicken with a flavorful, golden-brown breading – perfect for a quick snack or a main course. You'll love how simple and delicious they are!
Preparation
20 min.
Cook / Bake
15 min.
Servings
4
Calories
320 kcal
Ingredients
for 4 servingsAmounts are automatically adjusted.
Chicken Tenders
- 500 gChicken breast
- 120 mlButtermilk
- 1 tspPaprika powder
- 0.5 tspGarlic powder
- Prise(n)Cayenne pepper(optional, to taste for heat)
- 1 Prise(n)Salt(to taste)
- 1 Prise(n)Black pepper(to taste)
Breading
- 100 gAll-purpose flour
- 50 gPanko breadcrumbs
- 1 tspOnion powder
- 0.5 tspDried oregano
- 1 Prise(n)Salt(to taste)
- 1 Prise(n)Black pepper(to taste)
- 10 mlOlive oil spray(or other cooking oil spray)
Instructions
Cut the chicken breast into 1-inch thick strips to create tenders. In a medium bowl, combine the buttermilk, paprika powder, garlic powder, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken tenders to the mixture, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours, to marinate.
While the chicken marinates, prepare the breading. In a separate shallow dish, combine the all-purpose flour, Panko breadcrumbs, onion powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
Remove the chicken tenders from the buttermilk marinade, letting any excess drip off. Dredge each tender in the breading mixture, pressing firmly to ensure it's fully coated. Shake off any excess breading.
Place the breaded chicken tenders in a single layer in the preheated air fryer basket, making sure not to overcrowd it. You may need to cook them in batches. Lightly spray the tops of the tenders with olive oil spray.
Air fry for 12-15 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until they are golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F / 74°C). The cooking time may vary depending on your air fryer model and the thickness of the tenders.
Once cooked, remove the crispy chicken tenders from the air fryer. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauces.
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Nutrition per serving
Calories
320 kcal
Protein
38 g
Carbohydrates
25 g
Fat
8 g
Fiber
1.5 g
Recipe on TomTaste: https://tomtaste.com/recipe/crispy-deluxe-air-fryer-chicken-tenders
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