Spoon Simple
Air Fryer Chicken Tenders
Crispy, juicy chicken tenders with no deep frying. Kids go crazy for these.
Prep 10 min
Cook 15 min
Total 25 min
Serves 4
Ingredients
Step 1 — Set up breading station
- 1.5 lbs chicken tenders
- 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup Parmesan (grated)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 eggs (beaten)
Step 2 — Air fry
- Cooking spray
- Dipping sauce of choice
Instructions
- 1
Set up breading station
Mix Panko, Parmesan, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a shallow bowl. Beat eggs in a separate bowl.
- 2
Coat and air fry
Dip each chicken tender in egg, then press into the breadcrumb mixture to coat. Preheat air fryer to 400°F. Spray basket with cooking spray. Cook tenders in a single layer for 12–15 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and cooked through. Serve with honey mustard, ranch, or BBQ sauce.
Nutrition per serving: 340 cal · 38g protein · 22g carbs · 9g fat · 1g fiber
For informational purposes only. Not medical or dietary advice. Verify ingredients for allergens, cooking times, and safe internal temperatures before serving.
