Description
These Air Fryer Chicken Tenderloins are juicy, golden, and packed with flavor — all with minimal oil. A quick and healthy dinner or protein-rich snack that’s ready in just 15 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken tenderloins
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3–5 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, toss chicken tenderloins with olive oil and all seasonings until well coated.
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with oil or line with parchment paper.
- Place chicken tenderloins in a single layer in the basket, leaving space between pieces.
- Air fry for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and cooked through (165°F internal temp).
- Let rest for 2 minutes, then serve warm with your favorite dip or side.
Notes
- Don’t overcrowd the basket — cook in batches for best results.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure perfect doneness.
- Try adding lemon zest or Parmesan for a flavor twist.
- Store leftovers in the fridge and reheat in the air fryer to keep them crispy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 75mg