Air Fryer Buttermilk Chicken Tenders

• 1 ½ cups buttermilk
• 2 lbs chicken tenders
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• Vegetable oil spray

Steps

1. 1 In a bowl, submerge chicken tenders in buttermilk and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
2. 2 Preheat air fryer to 400°F.
3. 3 In a separate bowl, mix flour, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
4. 4 Remove chicken from buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off, then coat each tender in the seasoned flour.
5. 5 Lightly spray the air fryer basket with oil. Arrange chicken tenders in a single layer.
6. 6 Air fry for 8 minutes, flip tenders, then air fry for another 8-10 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
7. 7 Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Equipment

• Air fryer
• Mixing bowls

Variations

• Add grated Parmesan to the flour mix for extra flavor.
• Substitute hot sauce in the buttermilk for spicy tenders.

Substitutions

• Use Greek yogurt if you're out of buttermilk.
• Gluten-free flour blend can replace all-purpose flour for gluten-free diners.

Pairings

• Honey mustard sauce
• Coleslaw
• Sweet potato fries

Nutrition

Tips

• For extra crispiness, double dip the tenders in buttermilk and flour.
• Shake off excess buttermilk before coating in flour for a lighter crust.

Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer for a few minutes to restore crispiness.

Freezing: Freezes well for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating in the air fryer.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve with honey mustard sauce or ranch.
• Pair with a fresh green salad or sweet potato fries.

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