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Breaded air fryer chicken tenders with buffalo sauce and parsley on top (on a white plate)

40 Best Air Fryer Chicken Recipes

Samantha Erb
A collection of the best air fryer chicken recipes including this air fryer chicken tenders recipe!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Air Fryer Recipes
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 336 kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 pound chicken tenderloins or chicken breasts
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Preheat air fryer to 400 degrees.
  • If using chicken breasts, cut them into thin 1-inch strips.
  • Set up the batter by putting the flour and eggs in separate bowls. Whisk the eggs.
  • Fill a third bowl with panko breadcrumbs, onion powder, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, paprika, and salt and pepper to taste. Mix to combine.
  • Dip chicken tenderloins or breasts into flour, then the eggs, and lastly the breadcrumbs.
  • Place coated chicken in the air fryer. Do not overcrowd. Cook for 7-10 minutes, until 165 degrees F at the thickest part.
  • Enjoy immediately or freeze for up to 3 months.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 336kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 42gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 189mgSodium: 293mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g
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