Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Tenders Ultimate Crunch Recipe
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Author:jamal
Total Time:27 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Description
Enjoy extra crispy Air Fryer chicken tenders with our ultimate crunch recipe Perfect for a satisfying meal or snack Dive into the crunch today
Ingredients
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1 pound of boneless, skinless chicken breasts or tenders
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup breadcrumbs (Panko works best)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
Step 1: Marinate the Chicken: Place the chicken in a bowl and pour the buttermilk over it. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Step 2: Prepare the Breading: In a separate bowl, mix breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Step 3: Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and preheat for about 5 minutes.
Step 4: Coat the Chicken: Remove chicken from buttermilk and dredge in breadcrumb mixture.
Step 5: Air Fry the Chicken Tenders: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil and place the coated chicken tenders in a single layer. Spray the tops with olive oil.
Step 6: Cooking Time: Cook in the air fryer for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway until golden and crispy.
Notes
Enjoy the decadent crunch of chicken tenders with this healthier Air Fryer Chicken Tenders recipe that is easy to prepare and unbelievably delicious.