How to Make Crumbed Chicken Tenderloins (Air Fried) - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a healthier, easy-to-make alternative to traditional fried chicken, then these Crumbed Chicken Tenderloins cooked in an air fryer may be just what you need. With a crispy outer coating and tender, juicy meat inside, these chicken tenderloins are a crowd-pleaser for both adults and kids. Plus, the air fryer takes the guilt out of enjoying this classic comfort food favorite.

What’s great about this recipe is that it uses minimal oil, making it a healthier option co...

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Ingredients

  • 1 large egg
  • ½ cup dry bread crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 8 chicken tenderloins

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 8 tenderloins

  • Gather all ingredients.
  • Preheat an air fryer to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Whisk egg in a small bowl.
  • Mix bread crumbs and oil together in a second bowl until mixture becomes loose and crumbly.
  • Dip each chicken tenderloin into the bowl of egg; shake off any residual egg. Dip chicken into crumb mixture, making sure it is evenly and fully covered.
  • Lay chicken tenderloins in the air fryer basket in an even layer.
  • Air-fry until no longer pink in the center, about 12 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Serve hot and enjoy!
  • Nutrition

    253 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 109mg
    • Sodium: 171mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 10g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 26g
    • Calcium: 42mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 231mg