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Air Fryer Cajun Chicken Tenders

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Despite all my dieting efforts, sometimes I just want a serving of restaurant-quality chicken tenders. Crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside with just the right amount of spice, fried chicken tenders hold a top spot on my list of favorite foods.

Handmade -or- Frozen Chicken Tenders

Much to my delight, I can now enjoy delicious Cajun chicken tenders guilt-free, thanks to my air fryer.

One of my favorite things about chicken tenders is the diverse flavors and methods one can use to cook a delicious meal that will be a favorite dinnertime staple. These chicken tenders can be prepared with a variety of ingredients from Cajun to Italian to Southern Soul.

But the best part of all?  These chicken tenders not only save calories, but they also save time!

Other wonderful chicken recipes that you can air fry

  • Chicken Fajitas
  • Chicken Nuggets
  • Chicken Strips
  • Chicken Fries
  • Chicken Taquitos

Homemade Cajun Chicken Tenders

Fire up the air fryer, and let's make some delicious chicken tenders.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 260
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken Tender Ingredients
  • 1 lb chicken breast tenderloin
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp Cajun Seasoning optional
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
  • spray oil
Frozen Chicken Tender Ingredients
  • 1 bag Chicken Tenders

Method
 

Homemade Chicken Tender Instructions
  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400° F | 204° C for 5 minutes.
  2. In a small bowl, beat two eggs and set aside.
  3. On a medium-bowl, mix flour, salt, pepper, and Cajun seasoning together.
  4. Spray the air fryer basket with oil to prevent sticking.
  5. Dip each chicken tenderloin in the egg wash and immediately coat with flour mixture.
  6. Place coated chicken in a single layer in the preheated air fryer basket. Spritz the top of the chicken with oil.
  7. Cook at 400° F | 204° C for 20 minutes, turning once.
  8. Use a food thermometer to make sure that your chicken tenders are at an internal temperature of at least 165°F | 74°C.
  9. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
Frozen Chicken Tender Instructions
  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400° F | 204° C for 5 minutes.
  2. Add a liner, and place the chicken on the liner in a single layer.
  3. Air fry at 400° F | 204° C for 10 minutes.
  4. Use a food thermometer to make sure that your frozen chicken tenders are at an internal temperature of at least 165°F | 74°C.

Notes

Recipe Notes
 
Always use a food thermometer when cooking chicken.  Chicken tenders, chicken tenderloins vary in size greatly. The thicker the chicken, the longer you may have to air fry.   Thinner tenderloins may require less air frying.

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