Air Fryer Chicken Tenders
These air fryer chicken tenders come together quickly and make a delicious meal for your family or as a game day snack.
Calories: 209kcal
Servings:
Ingredients
- 12 oz chicken breasts tenders
- 2 eggs beaten
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs
- 2 Tbsp cajun spice or other spice blend of choice
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Place tenders on a napkin lined plate and pat dry. Season each side with salt and pepper.
- In a small bowl, crack eggs and whip together.
- In another bowl, add panko crumbs and cajun seasoning and lightly stir.
- Dip chicken tenders into the eggs, then panko bread crumbs.
- Place the chicken on a separate plate until all are coated.
- Load the tenders into the air fryer basket and lightly spray with olive oil spray.
- Cook at 350 degrees for about 10 minutes or until cooked through.
WW Information
Click here to track the Chicken Tenders recipe in the WW app. Points are 3 for the plan in 2024.
Notes
Oven Directions: Bake chicken tenders at 425F for 15 to 20 minutes.
Meal Prep:
Prepare and allow to cool. Wrap and store in the fridge for up to 5 days. Reheat in the air fryer or oven for 4-5 minutes. (You can reheat in the microwave for 1 minute, but they won't be as crisp.)
Freezer:
Flash freeze by freezing individual portions on a cookie sheet. When frozen, store in a zipper bag or container for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
Calories: 209 kcalCarbohydrates: 15 gProtein: 24 gFat: 6 gSaturated Fat: 2 gCholesterol: 136 mgSodium: 245 mgPotassium: 543 mgFiber: 3 gSugar: 2 gVitamin A: 3784 IUVitamin C: 1 mgCalcium: 61 mgIron: 3 mg
