Chicken Tenders - Air Fryer Recipe

Chicken Tenders

30 mins
beginner
400°F

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Ingredients

  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup seasoned breadcrumbs
  • ½ cup seasoned panko
  • 12 chicken tenders (1¼ lbs)
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • Olive oil spray
  • Lemon wedges

Instructions

Prep: Season chicken tenders generously with salt and pepper to taste.
Coating Station: Set up two shallow bowls - one with beaten eggs and another with combined breadcrumbs and panko.
Bread: Working one at a time, dip each tender in egg mixture, then coat thoroughly in breadcrumb mixture. Place on a clean plate.
Oil: Spray both sides of breaded tenders generously with olive oil spray.
Air Fry: Cook in batches at 400°F / 204°C for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
Serve: Plate immediately and serve with fresh lemon wedges for squeezing.
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