Cook's Note:You can substitute butter for vegetable oil if desired. Jump to Recipe Air fryer chicken tenders are super simple and delicious. They make for a quick mid-week dinner, a recipe you will use again and again. Serve them with fries and/or a salad for a popular family dinner, or with a dipping sauce as a party snack. This post may contain affiliate links. You can read my affiliate policy here. Air fryer chicken tendersHow to Cook Chicken Tenders in an Air FryerAir fried chicken tenders are quick and easy, and great for a quick dinner or easy snack or appetizer. I like to serve them with my pomegranate couscous salad for a healthy and quick dinner. This recipe is for naked chicken tenders, but includes an easy way to make a breaded version if that is what you prefer (using simple ingredients – no egg and no dipping required!). Air frying is such a great way to cook chicken, it is quick and easy, and is great for getting chicken really crispy! Some of my other favorite air fryer chicken recipes are: air fryer chicken wings, air fryer whole chicken, and air fryer chicken patties. Scroll down for the printable card for this air fryer chicken tenders recipe, or read on for all the details! IngredientsChicken tenders: this recipe calls for fresh chicken tenderloins, but you could also use skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch strips. Seasoning: The recipe below uses salt, ground black pepper, paprika, and Italian herbs (basil, oregano, parsley), garlic powder and onion powder for a simple homemade seasoning mix. You can use store-bought if you prefer. Some great flavors to try are:
Olive oil: This recipe uses for a drizzle of oil, but to reduce the amount you use you can use an olive oil spray (note: try to avoid using a generic ‘cooking spray’ as these can damage the non-stick coating of your air fryer). Air fried naked chicken tenders.Directions
The exact cook time will depend on a few factors including the size of chicken tenders, and how powerful your air fryer is. To confirm they are cooked correctly, check the internal temperature in the centre of the largest chicken pieces with an instant-read thermometer. Note: you can also cook these chicken tenders in a regular oven, just place them on a lined baking sheet, and cook in the oven at 390°F/ 200°C for 15 minutes until cooked through. ServingThis recipe is great for a mid-week dinner (or any time of the week actually). Serve them with a salad, or fresh microwave steamed vegetables, sweet potato fries, or potato wedges for a quick and tasty family dinner. Air fried chicken tenders are also real crowd pleasers, and always a hit if served as a party appetizer. Serve cooked tenders with your favorite dipping sauce, I’d recommend hot sauce, BBQ sauce, or ranch dressing. Storing and reheatingStore any leftover chicken tenders in an airtight container in the refrigerator, and use within 3 days. Reheat chicken tenders in the air fryer at 360°F/180°C for 2-3 minutes until warmed through. Air Fryer Chicken Tenders Recipe CardPrep Time: 2 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 12 minutes How to cook chicken tenderloins in an air fryer. IngredientsSeasoning [Note 1]
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Nutrition Information:Yield:2Serving Size:1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 503Total Fat: 31gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 23gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 2195mgCarbohydrates: 31gFiber: 3gSugar: 1gProtein: 27g Nutrition information is an estimate and provided for informational purposes only. You may also like:
Looking for more recipes? Check out our recipe index where you can browse recipes by category and meal type! Welcome to Love Food Not Cooking! I’m Eliza, busy mom, home cook, and blogger. My goal is to help everyone cook good food. Whether you are short on time, skills, or motivation, there is something here for you! We have dozens of quick and easy recipes for dinner, lunch, side dishes, and more. Our recipes use everyday ingredients, for quick delicious meals your family will love! Read more… How long should you cook chicken strips in an air fryer?Air fry chicken tenders at 400 degrees F for 7 to 8 minutes, flipping halfway through. Repeat with remaining chicken.
Can you air fry chicken breast strips?Generously spray both all sides of all the coated chicken with oil spray to coat all dry spots. If you have air fryer parchment sheets or a perforated silicone mat, lay one in the air fryer basket. Lay the coated chicken strips in a single layer, don't overlap them. Air Fry at 370°F/190°C for 6 minutes.
How do you cook strips in the air fryer?Place the frozen chicken strips in the air fryer basket and spread out into a single even layer. No oil spray is needed. Air Fry at 400°F/205°C for 10 minutes. Flip the chicken over and then continue to cook at 400°F/205°C for another 2-5 minutes or until cooked through and crispy.
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