Ingredients
Chicken breasts.You could use boneless chicken thighs or store-bought chicken tenders/tenderloins too. Flour. Use gluten-free all purpose flour if you’re gluten intolarant. Spices: Smoked paprika, dried oregano, dried thyme, garlic powder, salt and black pepper. Eggs. Panko breadcrumbs. Any bread crumbs can be substituted but Panko definitely delivers a super crispy crust. Crushed corn flakes or crackers are a good alternative. Oil (optional).
How to make chicken fingers
Can I make this ahead?
The chicken strips can be breaded up to hour before cooking. Bread the chicken then place on a wire rack set over a sheetpan in the fridge. They can also be frozen for up to 3 months. Freeze the chicken on a sheetpan until frozen solid then transfer to a freezer bag or freezer-safe container and cook the frozen chicken tenders in the air fryer. Cooked chicken fingers can be kept in the fridge for up to 2 days and reheated in the air fryer.
What to serve with chicken strips
These air fryer chicken tenders are delicious as an easy snack or lunch with your favorite dipping sauce (BBQ sauce, Ranch dressing, honey mustard, etc) but adding potatoes or a salad will turn them into a delicious meal. Air fryer French fries, baked fries or potato wedges is a good idea as is a fresh corn salad.
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