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Does your family love chicken strips? Then you have to make these super easy frozen chicken tenders in the air fryer! Hot, crispy, and ready in 20 minutes.  This post may contain affiliate links. If you click on a link and make a purchase, I may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. For more information, please read my disclaimer. Is there anyone that doesn’t love hot and crispy chicken strips? From restaurant chicken fingers to fast-food nuggets, there’s just something so irresistible about them. And when you whip up these frozen chicken tenders in the Air Fryer, you can enjoy them without even needing to leave the house! Because they’re pre-cooked, frozen breaded chicken tenders are so easy to make. Plus, when you use the Air Fryer, they turn out oh-so-crispy on the outside while staying perfectly juicy on the inside. Here’s what I’m going to teach you in this post:
I love this meal for so many reasons. First, my entire family devours it within minutes. It’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser every time. The whole dish can go from freezer to table in about 20 minutes! And, of course, it’s such a good excuse to enjoy all my favorite dipping sauces. I made this recipe using the 5.8 QT Cosori Air Fryer. Its square basket makes it the perfect size for our family of 4. A full printable version of this recipe with ingredient measurements is available at the bottom of this post. STEP ONE: Preheat the air fryer to 360 degrees. STEP TWO: Lay your frozen chicken tenders in the air fryer basket. Allow them enough room so the air can circulate them, but they can touch slightly. STEP THREE: Cook the chicken for about 12 minutes, flipping them halfway through cooking. STEP FOUR: Remove them from the air fryer and serve with your favorite dipping sauce! Do You Need To Spray The Air Fryer Basket?Nope! You can skip that step for this recipe. Because the breading is frozen, it will simply crisp as the air circulates it without adhering to the surface of the basket. Even if the tenders are touching, they won’t stick together. Plus, most frozen foods in the US are already cooked with oil in them. When they’re heated back up, the existing oil keeps them from sticking naturally. You can read more about when to use oil in an air fryer here. Can You Stack Frozen Chicken Tenders in the Air Fryer?It’s okay if you have a bit of stacking. The breading is frozen and already cooked so it won’t stick! However, keep in mind that the chicken tenders will take a little longer to cook and get crispy. The size of your basket and the tenders are going to determine how many will fit at once. In my opinion, it’s best to cook them in multiple batches instead of crowding them. Do I Need to Use Plain Frozen Chicken Strips like Tyson Crispy Chicken Strips?Nope! If you prefer your chicken tenders with a little flavor, this recipe will still work the same way. I love the honey battered flavor from Tyson, and the parmesan herb is a close second. The only time I prefer to stick to plain is when I’m craving a specific sauce and don’t want the chicken tender flavor to overpower it. How to Know When Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Strips are Done CookingChicken needs to reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees to be considered safe to eat. However, because brands like Tyson frozen chicken strips are precooked, they will cook to 165 degrees much faster than frozen raw chicken would. I recommend using an Instant Read Thermometer to check the temperature of the chicken quickly to ensure they’re heated all the way through. Once they are done, you’ll see their breading has that crispy, fried texture we love while the meat on the inside is hot and juicy. That means they’re ready to enjoy! How Long to Cook Frozen Chicken Tenders in the Air FryerIf you lay your chicken in a mostly even layer, they will take about 12 minutes to cook. Make sure you flip halfway through to ensure even crispiness. If you stack your chicken tenders, they’re going to take a little longer to cook. Just keep an eye on them and make sure you give them enough time to get good and crispy. Can I Air Fry Raw Chicken Tenders in the Air Fryer?Absolutely! However, they’re going to require a pretty different process, time, and temperature than precooked chicken tenders. For the best results, I would recommend using the recipes from either these Air Fryer Frozen Chicken, Air Fryer Chicken Tenders, Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Tenders, Air Fryer Chicken Tenders with Flour coating for a fried flavor, or Blackened Air Fryer Chicken Tenders. I like to use Tyson raw chicken tenders, but you could easily use the following brands with the same directions:
Sauce Options to Serve with Frozen Chicken Strips
How to Reheat Leftover Chicken Tenders in the Air FryerLeftovers would work great on their own dipped in sauce or in our buffalo chicken wrap recipe!
See more tips on how to reheat chicken tenders in the air fryer here. Can You Cook Other Types of Frozen Chicken in the Air Fryer?Absolutely! When it comes to getting food from freezer to table, the air fryer is my little secret. It never fails me. Here are a few other ways to make frozen chicken in the air fryer:
Plus these other air fryer chicken recipes include frozen directions too:
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NotesHow to Reheat Chicken Tenders in the Air Fryer:1. Preheat your air fryer to 350 degrees. 2. Cook the leftover chicken tenders in the air fryer and cook for about 4 to 5 minutes, until heated thoroughly. Nutrition Information:Yield:2Serving Size:1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 480Total Fat: 26gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 69mgSodium: 1472mgCarbohydrates: 33gFiber: 3gSugar: 4gProtein: 29g This nutrition information is based on the exact products I used in this recipe. Brands and sizes of products could alter exact nutrition and should always be calculated independently. How long do you cook frozen chicken tenders in air fryer?Place chicken tenders in an air fryer basket, making sure the pieces don't overlap. Cook in the air fryer at 360 degrees F (180 degrees C) for 15 minutes.
How do you cook frozen tenders in air fryer?Instructions. Place the frozen chicken strips in the air fryer basket and spread out into a single even layer. No oil spray is needed.. Air Fry at 400°F/205°C for 10 minutes. Flip the chicken over and then continue to cook at 400°F/205°C for another 2-5 minutes or until cooked through and crispy.. How do you cook Tyson frozen chicken tenders in air fryer?Air Fry:. Spray bottom of air fryer with a light coat of vegtable oil, if desired.. Arrange frozen chicken strips in a single layer on bottom tray.. Set air fryer to 300°F.. Heat strips for 12 - 14 minutes (no need to preheat air fryer).. Let stand 1 to 2 minutes before serving.. |
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