Air Fryer Chicken Tenders

Name: Air Fryer Chicken Tenders
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb chicken tenderloins; 1 cup panko breadcrumbs; 1/2 cup flour; 2 eggs, beaten; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp paprika; Salt and pepper

Crispy breaded chicken tenders that kids and adults love. Healthier than deep-fried but just as satisfying.

10-12 mins

400°F (204°C)

Serves 4

Last Updated: March 30, 2026

How to make Air Fryer Chicken Tenders in an air fryer

Crispy breaded chicken tenders that kids and adults love. Healthier than deep-fried but just as satisfying.

▶ Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Tenders Recipe

Ingredients

1 lb chicken tenderloins
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/2 cup flour
2 eggs, beaten
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp paprika
Salt and pepper

Instructions

1
Set up breading station: flour, eggs, panko with seasonings
2
Dredge each tender in flour, then egg, then panko
3
Spray air fryer basket with cooking spray
4
Arrange tenders in single layer
5
Cook at 400°F (204°C) for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway
6
Serve with dipping sauce

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