Crunchy Pretzel Perfection: Air Fryer Chicken Tenders
If you’re a chicken lover, you’re in for a treat!
Coating chicken tenders with crushed pretzels adds a satisfying crunch and unique twist to a classic dish. The salty, crispy pretzel coating creates a delicious contrast with the tender and juicy chicken. It’s a fun and easy way to elevate your chicken tenders to a new level of flavor and texture. Perfect for a tasty and satisfying meal or a crowd-pleasing appetizer.
Cooking chicken tenders in an air fryer is a game-changer. Not only does it save time, but it also results in deliciously crispy and juicy chicken tenders that are sure to satisfy your taste buds.
One of the primary advantages of using an air fryer to cook chicken tenders is the reduced cooking time. Air fryers use hot air circulation to cook food, which means that chicken tenders cook faster compared to traditional methods like frying in oil or baking in an oven. This saves you precious time in the kitchen, making it a convenient option for busy individuals or families.
Another benefit is the health factor. Air frying requires little to no oil, making it a healthier option compared to deep frying in oil. Chicken tenders cooked in an air fryer are lower in fat and calories, making it a great choice for those watching their waistline or looking for a healthier cooking option.
The air fryer also produces crispy chicken tenders with a golden-brown exterior, giving you that satisfying crunch without the need for excessive oil. The hot air circulating in the air fryer ensures even cooking and browning, resulting in a perfectly crispy texture that will impress your taste buds.
In addition to being time-saving and healthy, cooking chicken tenders in the air fryer is also versatile. You can experiment with different flavors and seasonings to customize your chicken tenders to your liking. From classic breaded tenders to spicy buffalo tenders, the air fryer allows you to easily achieve a variety of flavors and textures to suit your preferences.
Cooking chicken tenders in the air fryer offers numerous benefits. Whether you’re a busy individual, health-conscious, or a culinary enthusiast, using an air fryer to cook chicken tenders is a convenient and delicious option. So, fire up your air fryer and enjoy perfectly crispy and juicy chicken tenders in no time!
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Crunchy Pretzel Perfection: Air Fryer Chicken Tenders
- Yield: Serves 2
Description
Coating chicken tenders with crushed pretzels adds a satisfying crunch and unique twist to a classic dish. The salty, crispy pretzel coating creates a delicious contrast with the tender and juicy chicken. It’s a fun and easy way to elevate your chicken tenders to a new level of flavor and texture. Perfect for a tasty and satisfying meal or a crowd-pleasing appetizer.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts, fat removed
- 1 cup all purpose flour flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
- 3 eggs
- 1 tsp Kilted Chef’s Some Like It Hot Mustard
- 2 cups pretzels, finely crushed
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 400 for 10 minutes
- Prepare a breading station by placing flour salt and pepper in one dish, combine the 3 eggs and the Kilted Chef’s Some Like It Hot mustard, mix well and place in a second dish, place the pretzels in a third dish.
- Remove the tenderloin from the chicken breast and slice the breast into three or four strips ( larger breasts will yield 4, smaller will yield three).
- Individually dredge the tenders in the flour, shaking off any excess flour, dip in the egg mixture, letting excess egg drip off and lastly coat with the pretzel crumbs.
- Ai fry the tenders for approximately 8-10 minutes or until no longer pink in the center, an internal temperature of 165-168 is ideal.
- Serve with a side of local honey as a perfect accompaniment for dipping.
- Category: Appetizers, Entrees, Chicken, recipes
Keywords: Air-fried, Pretzel-coated, Chicken tenders, Crispy, Golden-brown, Crunchy, Flavorful, Juicy, Homemade, Easy-to-make
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