Air Fryer Chicken Tenders (No Breading)
Craving crispy, juicy chicken tenders but want to skip the mess of breading? This easy air fryer recipe gives you perfectly seasoned tenders in just 25 minutes — no breadcrumbs, no fuss, just pure flavor.
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Servings: 3 servings
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Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken tenders
- 1 ½ tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 2 tsp onion powder
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp ground black pepper
- ½ – 1 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp dried basil
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F.
- Pat the chicken tenders dry with paper towels and place them in a large bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat them thoroughly.
- In a small bowl, combine all the seasonings. Sprinkle the seasoning mix evenly over the chicken tenders.
- Arrange the chicken tenders in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until they are golden brown and cooked through.
Notes
- To reheat leftovers, preheat the air fryer to 350°F and heat the chicken tenders for 3-5 minutes until warmed through.