Air Fryer Chicken Tenders (No Breading)
Craving crispy, juicy chicken tenders but want to skip the breading? Try these Air Fryer Chicken Tenders (No Breading)! This easy recipe requires only a few simple ingredients and takes less than 30 minutes to prepare. You’ll enjoy flavorful, perfectly cooked tenders that are healthier than traditional fried options. Ideal for game nights, quick dinners, or meal prep, these tenders are versatile enough to serve as an appetizer, main course, or in wraps and salads. With rich flavors and a satisfying crunch, they’ll be a hit with the whole family!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 your 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 evenly.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the spices: smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, thyme, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, oregano, and basil.
- Sprinkle the spice mixture over the chicken tenders and toss until well coated.
- Arrange the chicken tenders in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook for 10-12 minutes. Flip halfway through for even cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 110mg