Air Fryer Chicken Tenders Recipe Made Crispy and Irresistible
These Air Fryer Chicken Tenders are perfect for an easy dinner or a family dinner night. They turn out juicy and tender without breading and make delicious homemade crispy chicken tenders ideal for weeknight dinner meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Mains
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
- Diet: Standard
Ingredients
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- 1 pound raw boneless skinless chicken breasts or tenderloins
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 1/2 tablespoon white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
Instructions
- Cut the chicken breasts into strips about 1 inch thick each using a sharp knife.
- Combine chicken strips with avocado oil, white vinegar, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl. Toss lightly to coat everything evenly. Cover and chill for 30 minutes to 2 hours to tenderize the meat.
- Lay the marinated chicken strips in the air fryer basket in a single layer without overlapping. Cook at 380F for 9 to 11 minutes, flipping them halfway through cooking. The chicken is cooked once golden edges appear and internal temperature hits 165F degrees.
- Serve immediately on salads, wraps, grain bowls, or enjoy with your favorite sides. Refrigerate any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Notes
- Tenderloin cuts are traditional for tenders but you can use chicken breast strips as well
- Feel free to substitute the Italian seasoning with your preferred spices like Cajun or ranch powder
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 ounces
- Calories: 189
- Sugar: 0g
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Protein: 26g
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