Air Fryer Chicken Tenders: Crispy & Delicious Delight
Crispy and delicious air fryer chicken tenders that are easy to make and perfect for any meal.
Equipment
- shallow bowl
- baking pan
- air fryer
Ingredients
- 8 pieces raw chicken tenders
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons water
- Canola oil or non-fat cooking spray
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper adjust to taste
- ½ tablespoon dried parsley crushed
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder optional
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Optional dipping sauce e.g., ranch dressing, honey mustard, blue cheese, BBQ
Instructions
- Mix the dredge coating ingredients in a shallow bowl.
- Whisk together the egg and water in another shallow bowl.
- Dip each chicken tender in the egg wash, then coat with the panko mixture.
- Place the coated tenders in the air fryer basket and repeat with remaining tenders.
- Lightly spray the panko coating with canola oil or cooking spray.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F and cook for 12 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Notes
For optimal results, ensure to spray the chicken with cooking spray and turn them halfway through cooking.