Buffalo Chicken Tenders

 Buffalo Chicken Tenders

Buffalo Chicken Tenders (Air Fryer) 🔥🍗

Ingredients:

• 1 lb (450g) chicken tenders (or sliced chicken breast)
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1/2 cup buttermilk (or regular milk)
• 1 egg
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs (for extra crispiness)
• 1/2 cup hot sauce (like Frank’s RedHot)
• 2 tbsp melted butter
• 1 tsp honey (optional, for a slight sweetness)
• Cooking spray

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Instructions:

1. Preheat Air Fryer: Set to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease the basket.
2. Set Up Breading Stations:
   • In one bowl, mix flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
   • In another bowl, whisk buttermilk and egg.
   • In a third bowl, place panko breadcrumbs.
3. Coat the Chicken:
   • Dredge each chicken tender in the flour mixture.
   • Dip into the buttermilk mixture.
   • Roll in panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
4. Air Fry:
   • Place chicken tenders in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
   • Lightly spray with cooking spray for extra crispiness.
   • Cook for 10 minutes, flip, and cook for another 5–7 minutes until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
5. Make the Buffalo Sauce:
   • In a small bowl, mix hot sauce, melted butter, and honey.
6. Coat the Tenders:
   • Toss the crispy chicken tenders in the buffalo sauce or drizzle over the top.
7. Serve:
   • Serve immediately with ranch or blue cheese dressing and celery sticks.