Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Tenders (Print Version)
Tender chicken with honey mustard and crunchy potato chips, cooked to crispiness in the air fryer.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Protein
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1 pound chicken tenderloins
→ Dry Seasonings
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½ teaspoon garlic powder
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½ teaspoon onion powder
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¼ teaspoon kosher salt
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¼ teaspoon black pepper
→ Honey Mustard Sauce
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⅔ cup mayonnaise
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⅓ cup Dijon mustard
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¼ cup honey
→ Coating
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1 ½ cups crushed kettle-cooked plain potato chips
→ Garnish
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1 tablespoon fresh chopped parsley (optional)
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (204°C).
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Combine chicken tenderloins with garlic powder, onion powder, kosher salt, and black pepper in a medium bowl and toss until evenly coated.
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Whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and honey in a separate medium bowl until smooth.
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Pour approximately one-third cup of the honey mustard sauce over the seasoned chicken tenders and toss gently to coat. Reserve remaining sauce for serving.
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Place crushed potato chips in a shallow bowl. Coat each chicken tender in the crushed chips by pressing to adhere, then arrange coated tenders on a plate.
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Spray the air fryer basket generously with nonstick cooking spray. Arrange chicken tenders in a single layer without touching, working in batches if necessary. Spray the top of the tenders with cooking spray.
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Cook tenders in the air fryer for 8 to 10 minutes, flipping halfway, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and coating is crisp.
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Garnish with optional fresh parsley and serve immediately with the reserved honey mustard sauce for dipping.
# Extra Tips & Details:
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For extra crispiness, use kettle-cooked potato chips or substitute with crushed pork rinds for a low-carb option.
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If your air fryer basket is not nonstick, apply additional cooking spray to prevent sticking.