Bread Crumps Chicken Tendorloins
These crispy chicken tenderloins are juicy on the inside and coated in a golden, crunchy bread crumb crust. Quick to prepare in the air fryer, they make a perfect snack, lunch, or light dinner.
Ingredients & Equipments
1 large egg
½ cup dry bread crumbs
2 tbsp vegetable oil (or melted butter as an alternative)
8 chicken tenderloins
Instructions
Preheat Air Fryer:
Set your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) and let it preheat.Prepare the Coating:
In one bowl, whisk the egg.
In another bowl, mix the bread crumbs with the vegetable oil until the mixture becomes loose and crumbly.Bread the Chicken:
Dip each chicken tenderloin into the egg, allowing any excess to drip off.
Then coat the tenderloin in the bread crumb mixture, pressing gently to ensure even coverage.Air Fry the Chicken:
Arrange the coated tenderloins in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure they don’t overlap.
Cook for 12 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown and fully cooked through.
Internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).Serve:
Serve hot, with your favorite dipping sauce or alongside a fresh salad or fries.
- Pro Tip
Want extra crunch? Use panko bread crumbs instead of regular for a crispier texture.
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