Air Fryer Chicken Tenders Recipe
Indulge in the beloved classic of chicken tenders, taken tonew heights when prepared in an air fryer. The outcome is irresistibly crunchyexteriors that give way to perfectly juicy and tender interiors, a surefire hitamong individuals of all ages.
Equipment
- Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 12 chicken tenders (1 1/4 lbs)
- 2 large eggs beaten
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- black pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup seasoned breadcrumbs*
- 1/2 cup seasoned panko*
- olive oil spray
- lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt and pepper.
- Place egg in a shallow bowl. In a second shallow bowl, combine the bread crumbs and panko.
- Dip chicken in the egg, then into the breadcrumb mixture and shake off excess and place on a large dish or cutting board. Spray both sides of the chicken generously with oil.
- Preheat air fryer to 400F.
- In batches, cook the chicken 5 to 6 minutes on each side, until the chicken is cooked through and crispy and golden on the outside. Serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
For gluten-free swap out for gluten-free crumbs.