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Dipping a garlic parmesan chicken tender in a small cup of sauce.
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Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken Tenders

Looking for a quick and easy dinner idea that's both delicious and satisfying? Try these Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken Tenders for a meal that's ready in just minutes. With a crispy breadcrumb coating and a flavorful garlic parmesan seasoning, these tenders are perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Total Time22 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Lunch, Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken Tenders
Servings: 4 people
Author: Caytlin McCleery

Ingredients

  • 1-1 1/2 pounds chicken tenders
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour divided
  • 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
  • 1/2 cup Italian style bread crumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
  • Cooking oil spray

Instructions

  • Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit for at least 5 minutes.
  • In a shallow dish or pie plate, add 1/2 cup of all-purpose flour. In a separate dish, beat together the egg and milk. In a third dish, combine 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs, 1/2 cup Italian bread crumbs, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, finely grated parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and dried parsley.
  • Working one at a time, dip chicken tenders into the plain flour, shaking off any excess. Then dip them into the egg mixture, and finally into the breadcrumb/flour mixture, making sure to coat them thoroughly.
  • Place 3-4 chicken tenders into the air fryer basket, making sure not to overcrowd the basket. Spritz the chicken tenders with cooking oil to coat the dry flour coating.
  • Cook in the air fryer at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 5-6 minutes, then flip the chicken tenders over and cook for an additional 5-6 minutes until they reach a safe internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Serve the chicken tenders hot with a dipping sauce, such as alfredo, marinara, or pesto sauce.

Nutrition

Calories: 443kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 46g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 155mg | Sodium: 1154mg | Potassium: 757mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 203IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 146mg | Iron: 3mg
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