Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken tenders
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine panko, Parmesan, garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle olive oil over chicken tenders, then press into the breadcrumb mixture to coat evenly.
- Place coated tenders in air fryer basket in a single layer (work in batches if needed).
- Air fry at 400°F for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and internal temp reaches 165°F.
- Garnish with parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- For extra crunch, double-coat by repeating the oil and breadcrumb step.
- Use fresh garlic for best flavor—but 1/2 tsp garlic powder works in a pinch.
- Pair with quick salads, roasted veggies, or whole-grain pasta.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High Protein
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 oz chicken tenders
- Calories: 280 Kcal
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
