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Air Fryer Chicken Tenders

Ready to dip in ranch or honey mustard, these are crunchy panko crusted chicken tenders.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lb chicken tenders
  • 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • 1.5 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp salt

Method
 

  1. Set up a breading station with flour, beaten eggs, and panko mixed with garlic powder, paprika, and salt.
  2. Dredge each tender in flour, then egg, then press firmly into the panko.
  3. Mist with cooking spray and arrange in a single layer in the basket.
  4. Air fry at 390F for 6 minutes, flip, and cook another 5 to 6 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  5. Serve with dipping sauce.

Notes

Press the panko on firmly so the coating stays crunchy and doesn't flake off.