Crispy Air Fryer Lemon Herb Chicken Tenders

1.Prepare the chicken: Place the chicken tenders on a plate and pat them completely dry with paper towels. This ensures maximum crispiness.

2.Set up the dredging station: Prepare three shallow dishes. In the first dish, place the flour. In the second dish, place the lightly beaten eggs. In the third dish, combine the Panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, oregano, thyme, garlic powder, salt, pepper, lemon zest, and chopped parsley.

3.Dredge the chicken: Working with one tender at a time, coat it thoroughly in the flour, shaking off any excess. Next, dip it into the egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off. Finally, press the tender firmly into the Panko mixture until fully coated on all sides.

4.Preheat the air fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 200°C (400°F) for about 5 minutes.

5.Arrange in the air fryer basket: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Arrange the breaded tenders in a single layer, ensuring they do not overlap. You may need to work in batches to avoid overcrowding, which prevents crisping.

6.Cook the tenders: Lightly spray the tops of the coated tenders with cooking spray. Air fry for 10 to 12 minutes, flipping the tenders halfway through the cooking time (around the 6-minute mark).

7.Check for doneness: The tenders are done when they are golden brown, crispy on the outside, and the internal temperature reaches 74°C (165°F).

8.Serve immediately: Remove the crispy tenders from the air fryer and serve hot with fresh lemon wedges and your favorite dipping sauce.