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Air Fryer Honey Mustard Chicken Tenders
Make healthier, kid-friendly chicken tenders in the air fryer! Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, coated with a delicious honey mustard glaze. A perfect weeknight meal or packed lunch.
Prep 10 min
Cook 15 min
Total 25 min
Serves 4
Ingredients
Step 1 — For the Chicken Tenders
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch strips
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- Cooking spray or 1 tbsp oil
Step 2 — For the Honey Mustard Dip
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- 1
Prepare Breading Station
In a shallow dish, combine panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. In another shallow dish, place the lightly beaten eggs.
- 2
Bread Chicken
Dip each chicken strip first into the egg mixture, letting any excess drip off, then dredge in the panko mixture, pressing gently to coat evenly.
- 3
Air Fry Tenders
Preheat air fryer to 380°F (190°C). Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray or brush with oil. Arrange the breaded chicken tenders in a single layer (cook in batches if needed).
- 4
Cook Tenders
Cook for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown, crispy, and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
- 5
Make Honey Mustard Dip
While the tenders cook, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, honey, apple cider vinegar, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl until smooth.
- 6
Serve
Serve the crispy chicken tenders hot with the honey mustard dip.
Nutrition per serving: 400 cal · 35g protein · 20g carbs · 20g fat · 2g fiber
For informational purposes only. Not medical or dietary advice. Verify ingredients for allergens, cooking times, and safe internal temperatures before serving.
