Air Fryer Uncle Nearest Gold Butter Chicken Tenders

★★★★★ 5/5

Air fryer gold butter chicken tenders are a delicious and healthier alternative to traditional fried chicken tenders. With their crispy exterior and juicy, tender interior, these chicken tenders are sure to be a hit with anyone who loves fried food. The air fryer makes it easy to achieve that perfect golden brown crust without using excess oil, while the addition of butter adds a rich and savory flavor that will have your taste buds singing. Whether you’re looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a fun appetizer for a party, these air fryer gold butter chicken tenders are sure to impress.

How do you make air Fryer Chicken Tenders from scratch?

Making chicken tenders from scratch is a quick and simple process that requires minimal effort. Unlike raw chicken breasts, chicken tenders come pre-cut into strips, saving you the trouble of having to slice them yourself. To start, season the chicken tenders with salt and pepper. Then, prepare your breading stations by placing two beaten eggs in a shallow bowl and a mixture of panko and breadcrumbs in another bowl.

Once your breading stations are ready, it’s time to bread the chicken tenders. Dip each chicken tender into the egg mixture, then coat it with the breadcrumb mixture, making sure to cover it evenly. Place the breaded chicken tenders on a cutting board or baking tray until all of them are breaded. Before air frying, give each chicken tender a light spray of olive oil on both sides to help them crisp up.

tips TO making air Fryer Chicken Tenders

Use chicken breast: Chicken breast is the best cut of meat for making chicken tenders. It’s lean and has a tender texture, making it perfect for this dish.
Cut the chicken evenly: Cut the chicken into even-sized strips or pieces to ensure they cook evenly.
Marinate the chicken: For extremely juicy tenders, try marinating the chicken in buttermilk or yogurt. It will help tenderize the meat and add flavor to the dish. You can also add spices or seasonings to the marinade to enhance the flavor.
Preheat the air fryer: Preheating the air fryer will ensure that it’s hot enough to cook the chicken evenly and give it that crispy exterior.
Coat the chicken: Dredge the chicken in a mixture of flour, cornstarch, breadcrumbs, or panko to give it a crispy coating. You can also add spices or seasonings to the coating to enhance the flavor.
Use cooking spray: Lightly spray the chicken with cooking spray before placing it in the air fryer. This will help the chicken cook evenly and prevent it from sticking to the air fryer basket.
Flip the chicken: Flip the chicken halfway through the cooking time to ensure that both sides cook evenly.
Serve immediately: Serve the chicken tenders immediately while they’re still hot and crispy.

What to serve with your chicken tenders

There are many sides you could pair with your Chicken Tenders. For a more conventional meal pairing, you can opt to serve your chicken tenders alongside classic air fryer French fries or sweet potato fries. I grabbed a bag of my favorite Grown In Idaho Waffle Fries to pair and they worked perfectly.

Air Fryer Uncle Nearest Gold Butter Chicken Tenders

5.0 from 2 votes

Course: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizers

Servings

servings

Prep time

minutes

Cooking time

minutes

Calories

236.34

kcal

Total time

minutes

If you’re looking for a new sauce to try on your wings or tenders, this is it! This was a simple recipe – Good for gatherings or happy hour food at your place.

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Ingredients

1 lb Chicken Tenderloins
2 tbsp Garlic Powder
2 tbsp Onion Powder
2 tbsp Poultry Seasoning
1 tbsp Paprika
4 Eggs Beaten
Dredge
1/2 cup Flour
1/2 cup Corn Starch
1 Cup Bread Crumbs
2 tbsp Garlic Powder
2 tbsp Onion Powder
1 tbsp Paprika
2 tbsp Poultry Seasoning
Sauce
6 tbsp Butter, Unsalted
1 cup Honey Mustard
1/2 cup Hot Sauce
2 tbsp Uncle Nearest Whiskey

Directions

Place your cleaned Chicken Tenders in a large bowl. Season with Garlic Powder, Onion Powder, Paprika, and Poultry Seasoning.
Add beaten eggs and coat chicken tenders well.
In another bowl add Flour, Corn Starch, Bread crumbs, Garlic Powder, Onion Powder, Poultry Seasoning, and Paprika. Mix well.
Preheat Air Fryer to 380 Degrees for 5min. Take Chicken Tenders from the Egg mixture and lightly coat them in the dredge. Place on an air fryer rack or basket.
Air Fry Chicken Tenders at 380 Degrees for 6min. Flip halfway and cook for another 6min. Set aside to cool.
In a pot over medium heat, add Butter, Honey Mustard, Hot Sauce, and Whiskey. Bring to a boil and then reduce to simmer for 2-3min.
Coat Chicken Tenders in sauce and serve immediately. Enjoy!