Crispy Parmesan Air Fryer Chicken Tenders
Looking for crispy, golden chicken tenders that are healthier? Try these Crispy Parmesan Air Fryer Chicken Tenders. Made with a light coating of parmesan and breadcrumbs, they’re perfectly crispy without deep frying. Ideal for a quick family dinner or a crunchy snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken tenders (about 8 pieces)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- Olive oil spray (or cooking spray)
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a shallow dish, combine panko breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Dip each chicken tender into the beaten eggs, ensuring it’s fully coated.
- Roll the egg-coated chicken tenders in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing lightly to make sure they are evenly coated.
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil.
- Place the breaded chicken tenders in the air fryer basket, leaving space between each piece for air circulation.
- Air fry for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the tenders are golden brown and crispy on the outside, and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, you can use a mixture of breadcrumbs and crushed cornflakes.
- If your air fryer basket is small, cook the tenders in batches to avoid overcrowding.
- You can substitute the parmesan with a different hard cheese like Romano for a unique flavor twist.
