Air Fryer Chicken Tenders

Crispy, golden Air Fryer Chicken Tenders are the perfect easy dinner for busy weeknights. No deep fryer or messy oil needed—just 20 minutes and a few simple ingredients. Your whole family will love these homemade chicken strips!

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Keyword Air Fryer Chicken Tenders

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 8

Total Time 18

Servings tenders

Calories 148kcal

Author Michelle

Ingredients

1½ pounds chicken tenderloins (about 10)
½ cup all purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt divided
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons water
½ cup panko breadcrumbs
½ cup plain breadcrumbs

Instructions

Preheat oven to 250°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside. (Optional -- See step 7)
In a shallow dish, whisk together flour, salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Set aside.
In a second shallow dish, beat together eggs and water. Set aside.
In a third shallow dish, whisk together both breadcrumbs. Set aside.
Dip each tender into the flour mixture, then the egg mixture, and then into the breadcrumb mixture, patting to completely coat. Then place the tender into the air fryer basket. Repeat with remaining pieces. Chicken tenders should be in a single layer. You may have to work in batches depending on the size of your air fryer.
Cook in the air fryer at 400°F for about 8 minutes, flipping halfway through.
If working in batches, transfer cooked chicken to prepared baking sheet, and place in preheated oven until all of the chicken has been cooked. Serve warm.
Repeat with remaining chicken tenders, keeping them warm in the oven between batches as desired. Enjoy hot.

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Notes

Storage: Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Reheat: Place chicken tenders in the air fryer basket and reheat at 350°F for 5-7 minutes, or until heated through.

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