Best Air Fryer Chicken Tenders
Crispy air fryer chicken tenders with a golden breadcrumb coating and juicy center.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken tenders or sliced chicken breast
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tbsp milk or water
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Cooking spray or olive oil spray
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F.
- Bread chicken tenders.
- Arrange in basket and spray lightly.
- Air fry, flipping halfway, until golden and cooked through.
- Rest briefly and serve.
Notes
- Cook in batches if needed
- Spray lightly with oil for crispness
- Internal temp should reach 165°F
- Reheat in an air fryer for the best texture