Marinate the chicken: Combine mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic. Toss the chicken strips in the mixture, ensuring they’re well-coated. Let them sit for at least 15 minutes while you prep the breading.
¼ cup mayonnaise, 1 tablespoons Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon fresh garlic , 1 pounds chicken tenders
Prepare the breading: In a shallow dish, mix panko, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
½ teaspoon salt, ½ cup panko breadcrumbs, ½ cup regular breadcrumbs, ¼ cup Parmesan cheese or similar, ⅛ teaspoon pepper
Bread the chicken: Roll each marinated chicken tender in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to ensure an even coating.
Air fry: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F. Place the breaded chicken tenders in a single layer in the basket. Spray the tops with cooking spray and cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through.
Enjoy your crispy, golden chicken tenders hot out of the air fryer!
