Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Tenders
Easy air fryer chicken tenders with chicken tenderloins, all-purpose flour, crisp texture and minimal cleanup in the air fryer.
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 lb chicken tenderloins
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/3 cup finely grated Parmesan
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 390°F / 199°C.
- Set up three bowls with flour, beaten eggs, and panko mixed with Parmesan and seasonings.
- Coat each chicken tender in flour, egg and then the panko mixture.
- Arrange in a single layer and spray lightly with oil.
- Air fry 10–12 minutes, turning halfway, until crisp and 165°F / 74°C inside.
Notes
Cooking times can vary by equipment and ingredient size. Nutrition information is an estimate and may vary based on ingredients, brands, and portion sizes.