Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Strips Directions:
- Pat the chicken tenders dry with paper towels and sprinkle them with ½ teaspoon of kosher salt.
- In a shallow bowl, beat the eggs together. In a separate shallow bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs, whole wheat breadcrumbs, paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, and the remaining 1½ teaspoons of kosher salt.
- Dip each chicken tender into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off, then coat it thoroughly in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere. Place the coated chicken tenders on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C). If cooking in batches, preheat a conventional oven to 250°F (120°C) to keep cooked tenders warm.
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil spray. Arrange a portion of the chicken tenders in a single layer in the basket, ensuring they do not touch. Lightly spray the tops of the tenders with olive oil spray.
- Cook the chicken tenders in the air fryer for 7 to 8 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are golden brown, crispy, and have an internal temperature of at least 165°F (74°C).
- Repeat with the remaining chicken tenders, keeping the cooked ones warm in the preheated oven if desired. Serve hot with your choice of dipping sauces.
WW Points Calculation:
- Chicken tenders (2 pounds): 0 points
- Eggs (2 large): 0 points
- Panko breadcrumbs (⅓ cup): 4 points
- Whole wheat breadcrumbs (⅓ cup): 4 points
- Olive oil spray: 1 point
- Spices and seasonings: 0 points
Total Points: 9
Servings: 6
Per Serving: Approximately 1.5 points
Nutrition Information:
- Calories: Approximately 210 per serving
- Fat: 4g
- Protein: 38g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
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