Parmesan Crusted Air Fryer Chicken Tenders
These crispy Parmesan Crusted Air Fryer Chicken Tenders are coated in seasoned Parmesan and breadcrumbs, then air fried until golden and juicy. They're an easy family-friendly dinner with plenty of crunch and protein.
Equipment
- air fryer
- 3 shallow bowls
- mixing spoon
- kitchen tongs
- Instant-read thermometer
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken tenders
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 large eggs
- cooking spray or olive oil spray
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
- Prepare three bowls: one with grated Parmesan, one with seasoned breadcrumbs, and one with beaten eggs.
- Dip each chicken tender into the beaten eggs, then coat with Parmesan cheese, followed by the breadcrumbs.
- Arrange the coated chicken tenders in a single layer inside the air fryer basket.
- Lightly spray the chicken with cooking oil or olive oil spray.
- Air fry for 10 minutes, flipping the chicken halfway through cooking.
- Check that the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Remove from the air fryer, let cool slightly, and serve immediately.
Notes
For extra crispiness, spray both sides lightly with cooking oil before air frying. Do not overcrowd the basket—cook in batches if necessary. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat in the air fryer for 3–4 minutes.