Easy Air Fryer Breaded Fried Chicken Tenders (Strips)
This 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 fresh or frozen.
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. Do not stack the tenders. Cook in batches if needed. 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.
Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of at least 165 degrees. Use a meat thermometer.
Serve!
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Notes
If you don't want parmesan flavor, omit the cheese.
To make keto chicken tenders omit the breadcrumbs or substitute almond meal (different from almond flour)