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Air fried chicken strips garnished with green onions.
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Air Fryer Crispy Chicken Strips

Air fryer crispy chicken strips are juicy inside, crunchy outside, and packed with flavor. They give you that classic fried chicken texture without the oil or mess. It’s an easy, lighter way to enjoy crispy chicken any night of the week.
Course Appetizer, Main Dishes, Snack, Snacks
Cuisine American, International
Keyword air fryer, baked chicken,, breading, chicken breast, chicken tender, crispy, crispy chicken, crunchy, dredge, fried chicken, fried chicken tenders, fry, fryer, seasoning
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Servings 5 Portions
Calories 29kcal
Author Zuzana Paar

Equipment

Ingredients

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  • Cut chicken breasts into thin strips and measure all seasonings, eggs, and coatings. Preheat the air fryer and have everything ready for easy assembly.
  • Whisk eggs in one bowl and combine breadcrumbs, almond flour, and seasonings in another to set up your coating stations.
  • Dip chicken strips in the egg, then roll in the breadcrumb mix until evenly coated, setting them aside on a plate.
  • Spray the air fryer basket with EVO oil, arrange the strips in a single layer, and lightly mist the tops for extra crispiness.
  • Flip halfway through cooking for even browning; cook until golden and crispy before serving warm with your favorite dip.

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Notes

  • Use fresh chicken: Fresh chicken strips cook up juicier and more flavorful than frozen ones.
  • Don’t overcrowd the air fryer: Leave space between the strips so they crisp up evenly.
  • Double dip for extra crunch: Coat the chicken twice in the breadcrumb mixture for an ultra-crispy crust.
  • Preheat the air fryer: A hot air fryer ensures even cooking and a perfect golden-brown finish.
  • Lightly spray with oil: A quick oil mist helps create a crispy, golden crust without deep frying.
  • Flip halfway through cooking: This ensures both sides get evenly crispy and golden.
  • Let them rest before serving: Allowing the chicken strips to rest for a few minutes keeps them crispy.
  • Reheat properly: Warm them in an air fryer or oven to restore crunch instead of microwaving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Piece | Calories: 29kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 0.3g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 0.4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 118mg | Potassium: 18mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 0.1mg