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Crispy Air Fryer Parmesan Chicken Tenders: Best Easy Recipe

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These crispy air fryer parmesan chicken tenders are crunchy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and packed with flavor. Ready in under 25 minutes, they’re the perfect quick and easy weeknight dinner or crowd-pleasing snack.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb (450g) chicken tenders
  • 1 cup (100g) panko breadcrumbs
  • ½ cup (50g) finely grated parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup (30g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp dried oregano
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • Olive oil spray

Instructions

  1. Set up your breading station: In a shallow bowl, combine flour, garlic powder, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. In a second bowl, beat eggs with 1 tablespoon water. In a third bowl, mix panko and parmesan.
  2. Pat chicken tenders dry with paper towels. If using whole chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch wide strips.
  3. Working one at a time, dredge chicken in flour mixture, shaking off excess. Dip into beaten eggs, letting excess drip off. Press into panko-parmesan mixture until fully coated.
  4. Place coated tenders on a wire rack set over a baking sheet. Let rest for 5-10 minutes.
  5. Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3-5 minutes.
  6. Arrange tenders in a single layer in the air fryer basket, not touching. Lightly spray tops with olive oil spray.
  7. Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through and spraying the other side with oil. Cook until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  8. Let cooked tenders rest on a clean wire rack for 2-3 minutes before serving. Keep warm in a 200°F oven if cooking in batches.

Notes

Don’t skip the resting step after coating—it helps the coating adhere for maximum crunch. Use finely grated parmesan from a block, not pre-shredded. Spray the tenders generously with oil for a golden, crispy exterior. If your air fryer runs hot, check at 7 minutes.

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