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Chicken

Air Fryer Chicken Tenders

These air fryer chicken tenders get their crunch from a panko and Parmesan crust and a simple olive oil dredge, no egg wash needed. Ready in about 20 minutes with a crispy outside and juicy inside every time.

  • Prep10 min
  • Cook12 min
  • Total22 min
  • Makes4 servings
  • Calories403
Air Fryer Chicken Tenders

Method

  1. 1

    In a shallow bowl mix the panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, thyme, parsley, paprika, salt and pepper and stir until combined. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Pour the 1/4 cup olive oil into another shallow bowl.

  3. 3

    Dredge the chicken in the olive oil and then into the dry ingredients making sure both sides are coated.

  4. 4

    Preheat air fryer to 400F.

  5. 5

    Work in batches to cook the chicken for about 6 minutes per side, or until the outside is crispy and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F. You want to make sure that the chicken tenders aren't touching in the air fryer and have a small space between each one.

  6. 6

    Remove from the air fryer and sprinkle with fresh parsley if you want and serve warm with ketchup or honey mustard dipping sauce.

Notes

This recipe makes about 14 to 16 tenders from 1½ pounds of chicken, or roughly 4 servings of 3 to 4 tenders each." Do not crowd the basket, cook in batches for the crispiest results." Chicken is done when internal temperature reaches 165F." To reheat, air fry at 375F for 3 to 4 minutes." For a Mediterranean version, substitute za'atar and smoked paprika for the thyme and paprika."

Per serving

  • Carbs12 g
  • Protein40 g
  • Fat21 g
  • Fiber1 g

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