Air-Fryer Chicken Tenders with Honey Mustard Sauce
These air-fryer chicken tenders are perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. They're crispy, delicious, and healthier than the traditional deep-fried version. Paired with a sweet and tangy honey mustard dipping sauce, this recipe is sure to be a hit with the whole family.
Equipment
- air fryer
Ingredients
- 1.5 lb chicken breast sliced into strips
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs beaten
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- cooking spray
For dipping sauce
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp lemon juice fresh is preferred
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a shallow dish, combine the panko breadcrumbs, salt, and black pepper.
- In another shallow dish, add the flour.
- In a third shallow dish, beat the eggs.
- Dredge the chicken tenders in the flour, shaking off any excess. Then, dip them in the beaten eggs, followed by the panko mixture, making sure the chicken is coated evenly.
- Place the chicken tenders in the air fryer basket, making sure they are not touching each other. Spray the tops of the chicken tenders with cooking spray.
- Air fry the chicken tenders for 10-12 minutes, flipping them halfway through cooking, until they are golden brown and crispy.
- While the chicken tenders are cooking, prepare the sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, honey, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the chicken tenders hot with the honey mustard dipping sauce on the side.
Notes
- Make sure to preheat your air fryer before cooking the chicken tenders to ensure even cooking.
- It's important to shake off any excess flour and breadcrumb mixture before placing the chicken tenders in the air fryer basket to prevent them from getting soggy.
- If you don't have panko breadcrumbs, you can substitute regular breadcrumbs or even crushed cornflakes for a similar texture.
- For a spicier sauce, you can add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a few dashes of hot sauce to the honey mustard mixture.
- Leftover chicken tenders can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat them, place them in the air fryer for a few minutes until heated through and crispy again.