Description
Crispy and juicy air fryer chicken tenders that are quick and easy to make.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken tenders
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 eggs
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F.
- In a bowl, mix breadcrumbs, Parmesan, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Beat eggs in another bowl.
- Dip each chicken tender in the egg, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Place tenders in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Lightly spray or drizzle with olive oil.
- Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, spray lightly with oil.
- Use panko breadcrumbs for a crunchier texture.
- Check internal temperature—should reach 165°F.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 12 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (4 oz)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
Keywords: air fryer chicken tenders, crispy chicken, easy chicken recipe