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Air-Fried Chicken Tenders
45min
Total Time
4 people
Servings
Easy
Difficulty
Budget
Cost
320 kcal
Calories
Ingredients
4
- 1 lb chicken tenders
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
1
Marinate chicken in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes.
2
In a bowl, mix breadcrumbs with spices.
3
Remove chicken from buttermilk, allow excess to drip.
4
Coat chicken in breadcrumb mixture evenly.
5
Arrange tenders in air fryer basket in a single layer.
6
Cook at 400°F for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway.
7
Ensure chicken is cooked through and golden.
8
Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Troubleshooting
Tenders not browning? Cook longernToo dry? Reduce marination time slightlynFlavors lacking? Add more spices in breadcrumbnNot cooked through? Increase time or temperature
Recipe Variations
Spicy version add cayenne peppernHerb crust with Italian seasoningnBBQ coating with barbecue saucenCheesy crust with parmesan mixing in
Serving Suggestions
Pair with honey mustard or ranchnServe with a side saladnGreat with roasted vegetablesnTasty in a wrap with fresh greens
Nutrition Facts
320
Calories
28g
Protein
36g
Carbs
7g
Fat
2g
Fiber
1g
Sugar
790mg
Sodium
80mg
Cholesterol
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Not marinating long enough for flavornOvercrowding air fryer basket affects cookingnSkipping seasoning leads to blandnessnNot checking internal temperature can risk safety
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use frozen chicken tenders?
Yes, but adjust cooking time as needed.
What can I use instead of buttermilk?
Mix regular milk with a dash of vinegar.
How can I make these spicier?
Add cayenne pepper or hot sauce to marinate.
Can I double the recipe?
Yes, but cook in batches to avoid overcrowding.
What dipping sauces work best?
Ranch, honey mustard, or BBQ sauce work well.
Reviews
Sofia
Mar 5, 2026
Best chicken tenders I've ever made!
Ahmed
Mar 16, 2026
Quick and easy, great for kids.
Maria
Mar 8, 2026
Crispy and flavorful! Will make again.
Chen
Feb 26, 2026
Perfectly cooked, very tasty!
Raj
Mar 2, 2026
Family loved these! No leftovers.