Air fryer chicken tenders cook up perfectly crisp on the outside and tender on the inside. And you can make them in less time than it takes to bake them in the oven or deep-fry them.
8chicken tenders(chicken strips) or as many as will fit in a row *
Instructions
Air Fryer Instructions (See Note!)
Place the empty air fryer basket in the air fryer and preheat at 380 degrees Fahrenheit for 4 minutes.
Add the frozen chicken tenders to the air fryer basket. Do not stack or overcrowd. Cook in batches if necessary.
Air fry for 12-14 minutes at 380 degrees Fahrenheit, turning them over with tongs or shaking the basket at the 6 minute mark.
Transfer the chicken tenders to a serving platter and serve with a dipping sauce.
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Notes
Note: Every air fryer's cooking time will vary due to wattage, capacity, and other factors. Always check on the food 2 to 3 minutes before the time is up to make sure it's not burning or overcooking!
* Tyson crispy chicken strips were used in this recipe. Nutrition information is for Tyson Chicken Tenders. However the same timings can be used for any brand.
Don't thaw the frozen chicken before air frying.
Every air fryer will vary. The first time you make this recipe, monitor the chicken and adjust the air frying time as needed.