Air Fryer Chicken Tenders
Crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, these Air Fryer Chicken Tenders are quick and easy to make. The perfect homemade alternative to store-bought frozen tenders and just as crispy as deep-fried chicken tenders (without the grease).
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 476kcal
Ingredients
Honey Mustard Sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon white distilled vinegar
- 1 teaspoon paprika divided
- 1 teaspoon coarse kosher salt divided
- 1 teaspoon black pepper divided
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder divided
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Chicken Tenders Ingredients
- 2 eggs mixed
- 2 teaspoons paprika divided
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder divided
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 pound chicken tenderloin 8 tenderloins, remove the tendon
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- ⅓ cup parmesan cheese grated
- 1 tablespoon of your favorite unsalted seasoning or Italian seasoning
- ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons parsley torn
Instructions
- In a bowl add the honey mustard ingredients. Mix until combined. Place in the fridge. Taste to see if you want to add more honey or mustard based on your preference.
- In a bowl whisk the eggs, 1 teaspoon paprika, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon onion powder, ½ teaspoon coarse kosher salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper. Mix until combined.
- Remove the tendon from the chicken.*
- Add the chicken to the egg wash. Make sure the chicken is fully coated in the egg wash. Set aside.
- In a bowl add the panko breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, unsalted seasoning, 1 teaspoon paprika, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon onion powder, ½ teaspoon coarse kosher salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Mix until fully combined. Set aside
- Dredge the coated chicken in the breadcrumb mixture. Press the batter onto the chicken tenders so both sides are fully coated.
- Use a pastry brush to coat the air fryer with oil.
- Place the chicken tenders into the air fryer. Do not overlap the chicken.
- Use the pastry brush to dab a little oil on top of the chicken.
- Cook the chicken at 400° F for 6-8 minutes. Flip the chicken over and use the pastry brush to dab a little oil on top of the chicken. Cook for an additional 6-8 minutes or until the juices run clear. You want an internal temperature of 165°.
- Remove the chicken from the air fryer and top with parsley.
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Nutrition
Calories: 476kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 0.05g | Cholesterol: 166mg | Sodium: 1732mg | Potassium: 634mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 1263IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 214mg | Iron: 4mg