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Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Tenders on a white plate with a black bowl in the center full of red ketchup.
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Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Tenders

These Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Tenders get golden and crispy and a lot healthier because they don't use oil to get that crispy exterior!
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Prep Time 1 minute
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 13 minutes
Servings 3 servings
Calories 259kcal

Ingredients

  • 24 oz frozen chicken tenders more or less depending on your air fryer size
  • olive oil spray optional, see notes

Instructions

  • Preheat air fryer to 400°F. 
  • Place the frozen chicken tenders in the basket, leaving space between each one. Spray the strips with olive oil spray. (see notes)
  • Air fry for 7 minutes, then flip the tenders (or shake the basket) over and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes. Or until crispy and cooked through.

Notes

Don’t overcrowd the basket.
Cook time will vary due to thickness of chicken tender, size, and breading.
You don’t have to spray with olive oil spray, its not necessary but will help give it a slightly crunchier exterior that mimics a "deep fried" chicken tender.
Serving size will vary depending on the size of your air fryer and how many you put in.
Store in the fridge for 3-4 days. 

Nutrition

Calories: 259kcal | Protein: 48g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 145mg | Sodium: 263mg | Potassium: 839mg | Vitamin A: 68IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 1mg