Spoon Simple
Air Fryer Crispy Buffalo Chicken Tenders
Whip up these irresistible air fryer buffalo chicken tenders for a quick and satisfying family dinner. Perfect for dipping, these tenders are crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside.
Prep 15 min
Cook 15 min
Total 30 min
Serves 4
Ingredients
Step 1 — For the Chicken
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch strips
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
Step 2 — For the Buffalo Sauce
- 1/2 cup hot sauce (like Frank's RedHot)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- 1
Prep Chicken
Pat chicken strips dry with paper towels. Set up three shallow bowls: one with flour, salt, and pepper; one with beaten eggs; and one with panko breadcrumbs.
- 2
Bread Chicken
Dredge each chicken strip in the flour mixture, then dip in the egg, and finally coat thoroughly with panko breadcrumbs. Place breaded chicken on a plate.
- 3
Air Fry
Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Arrange chicken tenders in a single layer in the air fryer basket, working in batches if necessary. Cook for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through.
- 4
Make Sauce
While chicken is cooking, whisk together hot sauce, melted butter, and garlic powder in a small bowl.
- 5
Toss and Serve
Once cooked, toss the chicken tenders in the buffalo sauce until well coated. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauces like ranch or blue cheese.
Nutrition per serving: 450 cal · 35g protein · 25g carbs · 20g fat
For informational purposes only. Not medical or dietary advice. Verify ingredients for allergens, cooking times, and safe internal temperatures before serving.
