Air Fryer Lemon Herb Chicken Tenders
Air Fryer Lemon Herb Chicken Tenders
Crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, these lemon herb chicken tenders are a quick and flavorful meal made easy with an air fryer.
Servings: 4 | Cook Time: 12 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 22 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken tenders
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare Marinade: In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, oregano, thyme, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate Chicken: Add chicken tenders to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Let them marinate for at least 10 minutes.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Coat Tenders: Mix panko breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese in a shallow dish. Dredge each marinated chicken tender in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Arrange in Air Fryer: Place the coated chicken tenders in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook: Air fry at 400°F for 12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through.
Tips
- For extra crispiness, lightly spray the tenders with cooking spray before air frying.
- Ensure the chicken tenders are in a single layer to cook evenly.
- Serve with a side of your favorite dipping sauce for added flavor.
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