Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Tenders (Printer-Friendly Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken & Marinade
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1 pound chicken tenders (about 10-12)
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1 large egg, beaten
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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1 tablespoon fresh chopped parsley (optional)
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½ teaspoon garlic powder
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½ teaspoon paprika
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½ teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon black pepper
→ Breading
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1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
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½ cup Italian breadcrumbs
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¼ cup fresh grated parmesan cheese (optional)
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Cooking spray
→ For Serving
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Honey Mustard Sauce
# Let's Cook!:
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Whisk egg, olive oil, lemon juice, parsley, and spices in a medium mixing bowl. Add the chicken tenders and mix to combine.
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In another bowl, whisk the breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese.
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Dredge the tenders in egg mixture then in breadcrumb mixture, turning and pressing all sides to coat evenly. Spray both sides of the chicken generously with oil.
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Preheat Air fryer to 400°F. Add chicken tenders (without overcrowding) and cook for 10 minutes, flipping halfway, until cooked through, golden and crispy.
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To cook in batches: cook all chicken tenders in small batches. Once all tenders have been cooked, add all to the air fryer at once and heat for 2-3 minutes or until crispy and heated through.
# Recipe Notes:
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To bake in oven instead: Bake at 400°F for 7-8 minutes per side. Broil 2 minutes if desired for extra crunch.