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
- 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.
- Prepare the Coating: Mix almond flour, panko, garlic powder, paprika, and salt in a bowl.
- Coat the Chicken: Preheat the air fryer. Brush chicken with mayonnaise, coat with panko mixture, and air fry until crispy and golden.
- 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