Easy Air Fryer Parmesan Breaded Fried Chicken Tenders (Strips) + {VIDEO}

Easy Air Fryer Parmesan Breaded Fried Chicken Tenders (Strips) is a quick recipe that includes cook time for how long to cook crispy, crunchy chicken fingers (including frozen) using a Nuwave, Philips, or Power Air Fryer. Want to make keto chicken tenders without breading? Simply omit the breadcrumbs. 

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Calories: 239       Fat: 9G      Net Carbs: 13G      Protein:  29G

There’s really nothing better than fried chicken! I can eat it in all forms. These parmesan breaded chicken tenders are no exception. What I love most is they are so quick and easy to make!

Can You Air Fry Chicken?

Absolutely! Air fryer chicken is amazing because it produces crispy chicken with little to no oil. Check out my Air Fryer Buttermilk Fried Chicken Wings, Air Fryer Buffalo Wings, and Air Fryer Thai Chili Chicken Wings.

How Long Do You Cook Chicken Tenders in an Air Fryer?

I cook mine for 15 minutes, about 7 or 8 minutes each side.

How Long Do You Air Fry Frozen Chicken Tenders in an Air Fryer?

I suggest 15-18 minutes for frozen cook time. Each air fryer brand is different. Cook time will vary based on the brand that you use.

How Do I Cook Chicken Cutlets in the Air Fryer?

The cook time and temperature for air fryer chicken cutlets is similar to the instructions noted below for chicken tenders.

How Long Should You Air Fry Chicken?

Cook time will vary based on what type of chicken you are preparing. I typically cook chicken wings and thighs for 20-22 minutes. Chicken tenders and nuggets will only need about 15 minutes cook time.

These will pair wonderfully with Air Fryer Grilled Cheese, Air Fryer Quesadillas, Air Fryer Ribs, Air Fryer Cheeseburgers, Air Fryer Homemade Fries, or Air Fryer Panko Breaded Bang Bang Shrimp. Be sure to check out these recipes.

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Easy Air Fryer Parmesan Breaded Fried Chicken Tenders (Strips)

Easy Air Fryer Parmesan Breaded Fried Chicken Tenders (Strips) is a quick recipe that includes cook time for how long to cook crispy chicken fingers (including frozen) using a Nuwave, Philips, or Power Air Fryer. Want to make keto chicken tenders without breading? Simply omit the breadcrumbs. 

Course dinner, lunch

Cuisine American

Keyword air fryer chicken tenders, healthy chicken tenders, low fat chicken tenders

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes

Total Time 25 minutes

Servings 4

Calories 239kcal

Author Brandi Crawford

Ingredients

• 1 pound skinless, chicken breast sliced/ cut into strips
• 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese I used freshly grated.
• 1/3 cup breadcrumbs You can use any breadcrumbs (Italian Seasoned, panko, etc.)
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
• salt and pepper to taste
• cooking oil spray I used olive oil

Instructions

• Place the breadcrumbs, eggs, and flour in separate bowls.
• Add the grated parmesan, Italian Seasoning, salt and pepper to taste to the bowl with the breadcrumbs. Stir.
• Coat the sliced chicken breasts in flour, then egg, and then the breadcrumbs.
• Spray both sides of the chicken tenders with cooking oil.
• Add the chicken tenders to the air fryer basket. Cook for 8 minutes on 400 degrees.
• Open the basket and flip the tenders. Cook for an additional 6 to 8 minutes or until the chicken tenders are crisp. Exact cook time will vary based on the air fryer brand that you use. Check in on the tenders to monitor the appropriate cook time necessary.
• Serve!

Notes

To save time most grocery stores offer fresh, pre-sliced chicken tenders in the butcher area. You can purchase your chicken breasts pre-sliced and save a little time.

To make keto chicken tenders omit the breadcrumbs or substitute almond meal (different from almond flour)

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Nutrition (displayed with net carbs)

Calories: 239kcal

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