Air Fryer Cornflake Chicken Tenders with Hot Honey Recipe
Crispy and flavorful Air Fryer Cornflake Chicken Tenders coated with a crunchy cornflake crust and seasoned with a blend of spices, served with a sweet and spicy hot honey drizzle. Perfectly cooked in the air fryer for a healthier take on classic fried chicken tenders.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Coating
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into tenders
- 3 cups cornflakes, crushed into small pieces
Egg Mixture
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons milk
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
Other
- Cooking spray or oil (for air frying basket)
- Store-bought hot honey (for drizzling and dipping)
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and lightly spray the basket with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Prepare the Egg Mixture & Cornflake Coating: In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and onion powder until well combined. Place crushed cornflakes in a separate shallow dish.
- Coat the Chicken: Dip each chicken tender into the egg mixture, ensuring it is fully coated, then roll it in the crushed cornflakes, pressing gently so the coating adheres well.
- Place in Air Fryer Basket: Arrange the coated chicken tenders in a single layer in the preheated air fryer basket. Avoid overcrowding to allow even cooking.
- Cook the Chicken: Air fry the chicken tenders at 375°F (190°C) for 12-15 minutes, flipping them halfway through. Cook until they are crispy, golden brown, and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Serve with Hot Honey: Drizzle store-bought hot honey over the cooked chicken tenders or serve it on the side for dipping to add a sweet and spicy flavor.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, spray a light coat of cooking spray on the coated chicken tenders before air frying.
- Ensure chicken pieces are similar in size for even cooking.
- If you prefer less spice, adjust the amount of hot honey or serve it on the side.
- Use a meat thermometer to check doneness to avoid under or overcooking.
- Leftover chicken tenders can be reheated in the air fryer to maintain crispiness.
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