Irresistible 15-Minute Air Fryer Crispy Tortilla-Crusted Chicken Tenders
Crispy tortilla-crusted chicken tenders made in an air fryer for a healthier twist on a classic favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 12 mins
- Total Time: 27 mins
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken tenders
- 1 cup crushed tortilla chips
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 eggs
- 1 tbsp water
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix crushed tortilla chips, breadcrumbs, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- In another bowl, whisk eggs with water.
- Dip each chicken tender in the egg mixture, then coat with the tortilla chip mixture.
- Place coated tenders in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Lightly spray with cooking spray.
- Air fry for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and cooked through.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, spray the tenders lightly with oil before air frying.
- Adjust cooking time based on the size of your chicken tenders.
- Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 4 oz)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg