Air Fryer Chicken Tenders
Crispy, tender, and guilt-free, these air fryer chicken tenders are perfect for cozy family dinners or gatherings with friends.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken tenders
- 1 cup almond flour (or your preferred low-carb flour) Can substitute with coconut flour
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs Can substitute with flaxseed meal mixed with water
- as needed spray cooking spray or a light drizzle of oil For air frying
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
- In a shallow bowl, mix together the almond flour, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- In another bowl, whisk the eggs until they’re well combined.
- Dip each chicken tender first into the egg mixture, then into the flour mixture, pressing gently to ensure an even coat.
Cooking
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray.
- Place the coated chicken tenders in the basket in a single layer, ensuring they aren’t touching each other.
- If desired, spray the tops lightly with cooking spray.
- Cook for about 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
Serving
- Remove the chicken tenders from the air fryer and serve them hot with your favorite dipping sauce, like ranch or honey mustard.
Notes
Don't skip preheating for crispy texture. Space tenders in the basket for even cooking. Experiment with dipping sauces and variations like adding cayenne or herbs.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1g
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