How to Make Air Fryer Unbreaded Chicken Tenders

Hey, Samantha here from RecipeThis.com, and the voice behind the popular kitchen gadgets podcast "Magic with Gadgets." Today, I'm going to show you a unique way to cook air fryer unbreaded chicken tenders.

How the Unbreaded Chicken Tenders Recipe Came About

This idea came about because we've been cooking a lot of KFC-style chicken. You can find these recipes by searching for "KFC" on RecipeThis.com. After creating several recipes, we often ended up with leftover egg and KFC seasoning. To avoid waste, I decided to use these leftovers to create a delicious, herby chicken that is unbreaded. This method is perfect for those who can't eat breadcrumbs and has become one of my favorite cooking techniques. You can also use this method with various seasonings.

Ingredients You'll Need

• Chicken tenders
• Eggs (for the egg wash)
• KFC seasoning (or your favorite seasoning blend)
• Salt and pepper

Instructions

1. Prepare the Ingredients: Start by seasoning the chicken with salt and pepper. Prepare a plate to place the chicken on after coating.

2. Egg Wash and Seasoning: Beat the eggs in a bowl for the egg wash. In another bowl, add your KFC seasoning or any preferred seasoning.

3. Coat the Chicken: Dip each chicken tender into the egg wash, making sure it's well coated, and then into the seasoning mixture. Ensure the chicken is fully covered with the seasoning.

4. Air Fry the Chicken: Preheat your air fryer to 180°C (360°F). Place the coated chicken tenders in the air fryer basket. Cook for 8 minutes.

5. Serve and Enjoy: Once cooked, remove the chicken tenders from the air fryer. They may stick to the air fryer basket more than breaded chicken, so handle with care. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.

Tips for Best Results

• Prevent Sticking: Using foil or silicone mats may help, but they may also stick. A light spray of cooking oil on the basket can reduce sticking.
• Seasoning: Adjust the seasoning to your taste or try different blends for variety.

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