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Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Tenders

Deliciously crispy chicken tenders made in the air fryer for a healthier alternative.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: main dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken Tenders
  • 1 pound chicken tenders
  • 1 cup bread crumbs for coating
  • 1 cup buttermilk for marinating
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Marinate the chicken tenders in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes.
  2. In a bowl, mix bread crumbs with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Coat the marinated chicken tenders in the bread crumb mixture.
Cooking
  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Place the coated chicken tenders in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  3. Cook for 10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.

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