Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Tenders

Course: Appetizer, Main Course, Snack

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 15

Total Time: 20

Servings: tenders

Calories: 160kcal

Author: Emily

Crisp up Frozen Chicken Tenders in less than 20 minutes using your air fryer!

Preheat your Air Fryer at 375°F for 2-3 minutes. Spray the basket of the air fryer. Place the frozen chicken strips in the basket and lightly spray the top of them. Make sure they have room around them for the hot air to circulate.
Cook at 375°F for 8 minutes. Flip the chicken strips with your tongs and cook for an additional 7-8 minutes until brown and crispy (internal temp of 165°F). Remove the chicken from the air fryer and allow them to cool for a few minutes before serving. As they cool, they will crisp up a little more. Serve with your favorite condiment, add to bread for a sandwich, or slice up for a salad.

There is no need to defrost frozen chicken strips before cooking them in the air fryer, just place them in the basket and get to it!
Preheating your air fryer is not a necessity (unless otherwise noted by your manufacturer). However, it definitely helps speed up the cooking time and helps cook the food evenly.
Non-stick spray is a must-have when air frying so don’t skip it. Not only does it help the food from sticking to the basket, but it also aids in the crisping of whatever you are air frying. You can use vegetable oil, olive oil, avocado oil, or whatever oil spray you like.
Cooking times and temperatures may vary due to variations in equipment and may require adjustment.
Heat chicken until the internal temperature reaches 165ºF.
Always read the instruction manual that came with your Air Fryer and follow all safety guidelines.