Parmesan Crusted Air Fryer Chicken Tenders
Ingredients:
- 1 1/4 pounds boneless, skinless chicken tenders
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 6 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
- 3 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 2/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions:
- Prepare the Chicken:
- Trim any excess fat from the chicken tenders.
- Set Up Breading Stations:
- Prepare three separate bowls:
- First bowl: Combine the flour with approximately 1/4 teaspoon of pepper and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
- Second bowl: Mix the olive oil or melted butter with the minced garlic.
- Third bowl: Blend the Panko breadcrumbs with the Parmesan cheese, dried basil, and paprika.
- Bread the Chicken:
- Dredge each chicken tender in the flour mixture, ensuring it is fully coated.
- Dip the flour-coated chicken into the garlic oil mixture.
- Finally, coat the chicken tenders thoroughly in the Panko mixture.
- Cook in the Air Fryer:
- Arrange the breaded chicken tenders in the basket of your air fryer.
- Cook at 400°F (200°C) for 9 minutes.
- Flip the tenders and cook for an additional 8-9 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Serve:
- Remove the chicken tenders from the air fryer and serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce. Enjoy!