Description
No breading air fryer chicken tenders are a great healthy option that has delicious flavor and texture. They’re quick and easy to make and perfect for an easy weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken tenders
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
Instructions
- Mix: In a small bowl, mix together garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, salt and pepper. Set aside.
- Prepare: Pat chicken dry with paper towels.
- Season: Lay on a plate or paper towels and sprinkle half of the seasoning mix over the tenders. Rub in and flip. Season other side and rub in.
- Spray: Spray chicken tenders with coconut oil spray.
- Arrange: Place tenders in the basket with a small space between each, cooking in batches if necessary.
- Air Fry: Air fry at 360°F for 6 minutes before flipping and cooking for an additional 6 minutes. Use an instant-read thermometer to cook tenders to 165°F.
Notes
If using a smaller model, you may need to air fry in batches. Make sure tenderloins are baked with a bit of space between each to ensure proper and even cooking. Season tenderloins and store them in the refrigerator for up to a day before air frying.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (0.5 lb)
- Calories: 226 kcal
- Sugar: 0.6 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 2.1 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1.3 g
- Fiber: 0.2 g
- Protein: 44.3 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
Keywords: air fryer chicken tenders, unbreaded chicken, healthy chicken, keto chicken, low carb chicken