Easy Air Fryer Chicken Tenders
Easy Air Fryer Chicken Tenders offer a healthier alternative to traditional deep-fried chicken tenders without sacrificing the beloved crispy texture.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250kcal
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Mixing Bowl
- Resealable Plastic Bag
Ingredients
Chicken
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 lb chicken tenders
- 1 cup panko
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- to taste Kosher salt
Dipping Sauce
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 3 Tbsp yellow mustard
- 2 Tbsp honey
- 1 Tbsp Dijon mustard
Instructions
- 1. Combine the buttermilk, Worcestershire sauce, and paprika in a resealable plastic bag. Add the chicken, making sure it is completely coated. Seal the bag and place in a bowl. Let marinate at room temperature for 1 hour.
- 2. Meanwhile, stir together the panko with the Parmesan, olive oil, and 1 teaspoon salt in a shallow baking dish or pie plate.
- 3. Stir together the mayonnaise, yellow mustard, honey, and Dijon in a small bowl and set aside.
- 4. Preheat a 3.5-quart air fryer to 390F. Remove 1 piece of chicken at a time from the bag, shaking off excess buttermilk. Place in the panko and press gently with your hands to adhere the panko evenly. Gently shake to remove the excess and place in the air fryer basket. Repeat with enough chicken to fill the basket (about 4 pieces) and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 7 minutes on each side. Repeat with the remaining chicken and serve warm with the dipping sauce.
Notes
Store leftover chicken tenders in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer to maintain crispiness.
Nutrition
Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g