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Crispy Air Fryer Ranch Chicken Tenders on a plate

21) Crispy Air Fryer Ranch Chicken Tenders

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb chicken tenders
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • ½ cup finely grated Parmesan
  • 2 tbsp dry ranch seasoning
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tbsp milk
  • 1 tbsp olive oil spray
  • Salt and pepper: ½ tsp each

Method
 

  1. Pat tenders dry; season with salt and pepper.
  2. Whisk eggs and milk in one bowl. Mix panko, Parmesan, ranch mix, and garlic powder in another.
  3. Dip each tender in egg, press into panko, and set on a tray. Press hard so crumbs stick.
  4. Preheat air fryer to 400°F. Spray tenders lightly with olive oil spray.
  5. Cook in a single layer for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and 165°F inside.
  6. Rest 2 minutes.