Dinner for 3
Air Fryer Chicken Tenders
$7.17for 430 minServes 3
These chicken tenders are coated in seasoned crumbs and air-fried in batches until crisp and safely cooked.
Photo: tasteofhome.com
What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|
 | Chicken tenders, 1 lb$4.29/lb typical | 1 lb | $4.29Typical price |
 | Sandwich bread, a little$2.49 each typical | a little | $0.12Typical price |
 | Bread crumbs, 2 oz$0.14/oz typical | 2 oz | $0.28Typical price |
 | Eggs, 2$0.30 each typical | 2 | $0.60Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $5.38 | ||
Swaps
- Swap chicken tenders for chicken breastabout $0.80/lb less at typical prices
- Swap bread crumbs for stuffing mixabout $0.16/oz more at typical prices
Pantry staples you likely have
Dried spices (cumin, paprika, chili powder, oregano)
Not included in the cost.
- 30 minstart to table
- Easydifficulty
- 3servings (the source says 4, which counts pieces)
- $typical cost tier
AmericanDairy-freeKid-friendlyBudgetFamilyDinnersAir fryer
$1.79 per serving$7.17 for 4
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Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken tenderloins
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
- 1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 2 large eggs
Steps
- Preheat the air fryer to 400 F for 5 minutes.
- Season the chicken tenderloins with the salt and pepper.
- Mix the panko, seasoned bread crumbs, garlic powder, and paprika in a shallow bowl.
- Beat the eggs in a second shallow bowl.
- Dip each tenderloin in the eggs, then press it into the crumb mixture.
- Air-fry the tenders in two batches for 10 to 12 minutes per batch, turning halfway, until they reach 165 F.
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