Air Fryer Chicken Tenders

Step 1

Marinate chicken tenders in buttermilk at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours.

Step 2

Combine flour, cornstarch, seasonings and salt & pepper to taste in a bowl. Whisk egg with 1 tablespoon water in a separate bowl and combine seasoned breadcrumbs and cornflakes in a 3rd bowl.

Step 3

Remove chicken tenders from the buttermilk allowing any excess to drip off. Pat dry with paper towel.

Step 4

Dredge chicken in the flour mixture to lightly coat it. Dip in egg and finally dip into the bread crumb mixture.

Step 5

Spray chicken with cooking spray.

Step 6

Preheat air fryer to 390°F. Add chicken tenders to the air fryer in a single layer and cook 11 minutes.