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Air Fryer Chicken Tenders

Air Fryer Chicken Tenders

Crispy, golden air fryer chicken tenders with a crunchy panko coating and juicy centers.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 pounds chicken breast tenders
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • cooking spray
  • 1/2 cup honey mustard for dipping

Method
 

  1. Heat the air fryer to 400°F.
  2. Mix the panko with the garlic powder, paprika, salt and pepper.
  3. Dredge each tender in flour, dip in egg and press into the panko.
  4. Place in a single layer in the basket and spray with oil.
  5. Cook 5 minutes, flip, spray again and cook 5 to 7 minutes until golden and 165°F inside. Serve with honey mustard.

Notes

Chicken is done at 165°F.