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Chicken tenders without breading cooked in air fryer on plate with a bit taken out of one

Air Fryer Chicken Tenders -- No Breading

Samantha Erb
For a low-carb meal, try air fryer chicken tenders with no breading! Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, & simply delicious.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Air Fryer Recipes
Cuisine American
Servings 3 servings
Calories 371 kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 pound chicken tenders
  • 1 ½ tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ - 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper to taste
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon dried basil
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Optional

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F.
  • Pat chicken tenders dry with paper towels, then place in a large mixing bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat completely.
  • Mix the seasonings together in a small bowl, then sprinkle evenly over the chicken tenders.
  • Air fry the chicken tenders for 10-12 minutes, flipping once halfway through the cook time, until they are cooked through and golden on the outside.
  • Serve with lemon wedges and your favorite dipping sauce, if desired.

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Notes

How to Reheat Chicken Tenders in the Air Fryer:

1. Preheat your air fryer to 350 degrees F.
2. Place your leftover chicken tenders in the air fryer and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, until warmed thoroughly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 371kcalCarbohydrates: 5.1gProtein: 44.8gFat: 18.7gSaturated Fat: 4.2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 14.5gCholesterol: 135mgSodium: 908mgFiber: 1.7gSugar: 1.4g
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