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Air Fryer Chicken Tenderloins

Quick and delicious air fryer chicken tenderloins, packed with flavor and satisfying crunch, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound chicken tenderloins Fresh or thawed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper Optional for spice
  • to taste Dipping sauce of choice Suggestions include honey mustard, ranch, or BBQ sauce

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.
  3. Toss the chicken tenderloins in the marinade until well coated.
Cooking
  1. Place the tenderloins in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  2. Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and crispy on the outside.
Serving
  1. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat in the air fryer for a few minutes to regain crispiness. Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket for even cooking.