Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Tenders and Fries

Get ready for a crispy, crunchy, and utterly delicious meal that's perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a fun weekend treat. These air-fried chicken tenders and fries are so good, they'll make you want to high-five your air fryer!

Ingredients

• 🍗Chicken Tenders(1 lb)
• 🍟Frozen Fries(16 oz)
• 🌾All-purpose flour(1/2 cup)
• 🥚Egg(1 large)
• 🍞Panko breadcrumbs(1 cup)
• 🌶️Smoked paprika(1 tsp)
• 🧄Garlic powder(1 tsp)
• 🧂Salt(1/2 tsp)
• 🌶️Black pepper(1/4 tsp)
• स्प्रेCooking spray

Instructions

1. 1.Pat the chicken tenders dry with paper towels. This helps the breading stick better than a toddler to a lollipop.
2. 2.Set up a dredging station: one shallow dish with flour, one with a beaten egg, and one with panko breadcrumbs mixed with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. It's like a spa day for your chicken!
3. 3.Dip each chicken tender in flour, then egg, then the panko mixture, pressing to coat. Make sure they're fully covered, like they're ready for a red carpet event.
4. 4.Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray. We don't want anything sticking, except maybe the compliments you'll get.
5. 5.Place the breaded chicken tenders in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring not to overcrowd. Give them some personal space, they'll thank you for it.
6. 6.Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through. They should be as golden as a pirate's treasure!
7. 7.While the chicken is cooking, place the frozen fries in a single layer in a separate air fryer basket (or cook in batches after the chicken). Don't let them get lonely, but don't let them get too cozy either.
8. 8.Air fry the fries at 375°F (190°C) for 10-15 minutes, shaking the basket occasionally, until crispy and golden. They should be so crispy, they'll make a satisfying crunch that echoes through your kitchen.
9. 9.Serve the crispy chicken tenders and fries immediately with your favorite dipping sauces. Prepare for a flavor explosion that will make your taste buds do a happy dance!