NAKED AIR FRYER CHICKEN TENDERS

These Naked Air Fryer Chicken Tenders are a household favorite that I’ve made countless times. As one of my go-to air fryer recipes for meal prepping, this dish is incredibly versatile, quick, easy, and budget-friendly. Best of all, it’s ready in under 15 minutes!

EQUIPMENT

  • 1 Air Fryer

INGREDIENTS

  • 10 chicken tenders
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika

INSTRUCTIONS

  • Preheat the air fryer to 400ºF for 5 minutes. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with nonstick cooking spray or olive oil spray.
  • On a cutting board, remove the tendon from the chicken tenders and transfer them to a medium-sized bowl.
  • Drizzle olive oil over the chicken tenders and toss until they are evenly coated.
  • Sprinkle the seasonings over the chicken and mix until fully coated.
  • Arrange the seasoned chicken tenders in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook at 400ºF for 10 minutes, flipping halfway through at the 5-minute mark. The tenders should turn golden brown and crispy.
  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 165ºF. If needed, cook for a few more minutes.
  • Serve the chicken tenders with your favorite dipping sauces, such as BBQ, buffalo, or honey mustard.

NOTES

  • These air fryer chicken tenders are quick and easy to prepare, taking just 15 minutes to achieve perfectly grilled, flavorful results.
  • For crispy tenders, avoid using excess oil. Too much oil can make the chicken greasy and prevent proper crisping.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days for easy meal prep.

NUTRITION (PER SERVING)

  • Calories: 177 kcal
  • Carbohydrates: 1g
  • Protein: 27g
  • Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g
    • Monounsaturated Fat: 4g
    • Trans Fat: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg
  • Sodium: 146mg
  • Potassium: 477mg
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Vitamin A: 60 IU
  • Vitamin C: 2mg
  • Calcium: 10mg
  • Iron: 1mg