Description
Air fryer chicken tenders are your go-to solution for a quick, delicious meal that the whole family will love. These crispy, golden-brown strips are juicy on the inside and perfect for dipping in your favorite sauces. Ready in under 30 minutes, they’re ideal for busy weeknights or game day gatherings. With simple ingredients and straightforward preparation, you can enjoy a gourmet experience right at home without the guilt of deep frying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Dipping sauce of choice (ketchup or honey mustard)
Instructions
- Marinate chicken strips in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes.
- In one bowl, mix flour with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper; place panko breadcrumbs in another bowl.
- Coat each chicken strip first in the flour mixture, then dip into panko breadcrumbs.
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Arrange coated chicken strips in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook for 10-12 minutes until golden brown, shaking halfway through.
- Serve immediately with your preferred dipping sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 chicken tenders (120g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: - For enhanced flavor, marinate overnight. - To make gluten-free, use gluten-free breadcrumbs or almond flour. - Experiment with various seasonings or dipping sauces like ranch or buffalo sauce for added variety.