AIR FRYER CHICKEN TENDERS

These crispy Air Fryer Chicken Tenders are golden and juicy, so easy to make and perfect for weeknight cooking!

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.

Get more air fryer recipes from my latest cookbook, Skinnytaste Air Fryer Dinners!

Serving: 3tenders, Calories: 291kcal, Carbohydrates: 16.5g, Protein: 38.5g, Fat: 7g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Cholesterol: 197mg, Sodium: 653mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 1.5g

WW Points Plus: 7

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