AIR FRYER CHICKEN TENDERS: HOW TO MAKE AIR FRIED CHICKEN TENDERS ~ SUPER EASY!!!

buttermilk

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + vinegar

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

panko breadcrumbs

🥗Healthier: whole wheat breadcrumbs

💰Cheaper: regular breadcrumbs

Whole wheat breadcrumbs provide more fiber.

Slice chicken breast into strips.

Marinate chicken strips in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes.

Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).

In a bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

In another bowl, beat an egg.

In a third bowl, place panko breadcrumbs.

Remove chicken from buttermilk and shake off excess.

Dip each chicken strip in the flour mixture, then into the egg, and finally coat with panko breadcrumbs.

Spray the air fryer basket with olive oil.

Arrange chicken tenders in a single layer in the air fryer basket.

Spray the tops of the chicken tenders lightly with olive oil.

Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and cooked through.

Check internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Remove from air fryer and let rest for a few minutes before serving.

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