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Air Fried Chicken Tenders Recipe

Air Fried Chicken Tenders Recipe

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  • Author: Lauren
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 52 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Air Frying
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Description

These Air Fried Chicken Tenders are crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and packed with flavor. Marinated in pickle juice and buttermilk, coated in a seasoned almond flour and panko mixture, and air fried to perfection, these chicken tenders are a delicious and healthier alternative to traditional fried chicken.


Ingredients

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Marinade:

  • 1.5 pounds chicken breast tenders
  • 1 cup pickle juice
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk

Coating:

  • 1/2 cup almond flour
  • 1/2 cup panko
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken: In a large mixing bowl, combine pickle juice and buttermilk. Add the chicken tenders, ensuring they are fully covered. Marinate in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours.
  2. Prepare the Coating: Mix almond flour, panko, garlic powder, paprika, and salt in a bowl.
  3. Coat the Chicken: Preheat the air fryer. Brush chicken with mayonnaise, coat with panko mixture, and air fry until crispy and golden.
  4. Serve: Enjoy with your favorite dipping sauce.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 324 kcal
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 654mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Protein: 44g
  • Cholesterol: 194mg