Perfectly Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Tenders Recipe
Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these Air Fryer Chicken Tenders are a flavorful choice for game night or a family dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breasts cut into strips
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken in buttermilk for at least 1 hour.
- Prepare a dredging station with three bowls: flour mixture, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs.
- In a bowl, mix the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Dredge each chicken strip in the flour mixture, then dip in the egg, and finally coat with panko breadcrumbs.
- Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray and preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Arrange the battered chicken tenders in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Spray the tops of the chicken tenders with cooking spray before air frying.
- Air fry the chicken for 10-12 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden brown.
- Check for doneness with a meat thermometer, aiming for 165°F (75°C).
- Let the tenders rest for a few minutes before serving.