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Air Fryer Chicken tenders on a plate with ranch dressing.

Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Tenders

Jill Machovsky
Not too spicy Buffalo Chicken Tenders that are quick and easy to make in the air fryer.
5 from 2 votes
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Appetizer, Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine American
Servings 6

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 lb Chicken Tenders
  • 1/2 cup Franks Hot Sauce
  • 1 Tbsp Honey
  • 1/4 cup Melted Butter Slightly cooled
  • 2 cup Panko Bread Crumbs Seasoned
  • 1 Tbsp Dry Ranch Seasoning Hidden Valley
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper

Instructions
 

  • STEP 1: Spray air fryer basket with nonstick spray and preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • STEP 2: In a small bowl or measuring cup create a homemade buffalo sauce by adding ½ cup Frank's Hot Sauce, 1 Tbsp honey, and ¼ cup melted butter.
  • STEP 3: Pour mixture over raw chicken tenders. Be sure that all tenders are well coated in the sauce.
  • STEP 4: In shallow bowl, add 2 cups Panko breadcrumbs, 1 tsp pepper, 1 tsp garlic powder and 1 tbsp dry ranch seasoning. Mix until spices are incorporated.
  • STEP 5: Bread each piece of chicken and lay on a baking sheet or directly into the air fryer in a single layer. Work in batches.
  • STEP 6: Cook for 5 - 6 minutes on each side. Cooking time may vary depending upon the model of air fryer.
  • STEP 7: Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

Conventional Oven Cooking Instructions:  Place on a prepared cookie sheet and bake at 425 for 12-15 minutes (turning once) or until the internal temperature is 165 degrees. 

Nutrition

Serving: 4pieces
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