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Air Fryer Chicken Tenderloin

Air Fryer Chicken Tenderloin Recipe

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 168
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb chicken tenderloins (about 8 pieces)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp fine sea salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper

Method
 

  1. Toss chicken tenderloins with olive oil, then coat evenly with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. Arrange in a single layer in a preheated 400°F (200°C) air fryer basket. Cook 5 minutes, flip, and cook another 4 to 6 minutes until golden and 165°F (74°C) inside.
  3. Transfer to a plate, rest 3 to 5 minutes, then serve.

Notes

Pull the chicken from the fridge about 10 minutes before cooking if you have the time; it helps the pieces cook more evenly. If your tenderloins still have the small white tendon running down the center, you can pull it out with a paper towel for a smoother bite, but it’s not required.