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Air fryer frozen chicken fingers on a white plate.
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Frozen Chicken Tenders in the Air Fryer {Quickest Method!} 👌

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Cooking frozen chicken tenders in the air fryer is the fastest way to a satisfying snack, with or without a dipping sauce. 🤯 Fry it, to believe it!
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes
Makes 4

Ingredients

  • 1 pound frozen chicken tenders

Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • ½ tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (204°C). Please see note if your air fryer is 4 quarts or smaller.
    Preating Instant Pot Vortex Plus Air Fryer to 400°F (204°C).
  • Get your frozen breaded chicken fingers ready.
    Frozen breaded chicken strips in a glass bowl.
  • Air fry breaded frozen chicken fingers for 5-6 minutes on each side, or until the crust becomes golden and crispy. Remember to arrange the frozen chicken strips in a single layer with even spacing to ensure even cooking.
    Cooking frozen chicken tenderloins in air fryer
  • Meanwhile, prepare your favorite dipping sauce. By any chance, feel free to use a ready-made sauce. To make honey mustard dipping sauce from scratch, simply combine 2 tablespoons of mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon of honey, ½ tablespoon of lemon juice, and a dash of salt and pepper to taste. You can also use your favorite dipping sauce.
    Dipping sauces: ketchup, herb mayo, honey mustard, spicy mayo
  • Allow the air fryer frozen chicken tenders to cool for 2-3 minutes before serving with your choice of dipping sauce. Enjoy!
    Air fried frozen chicken fingers on a white plate, closeup shot.

Notes

  • For 4-quart air fryers and smaller, reduce the cooking temperature to 380°F (193°C). They generate more heat because of the heating element's proximity to the food.
  • If your air fryer doesn't have a preheating option, set your desired temperature and then let it cook for 4-5 minutes without food.
  • I used a 6-quart Instant Pot Vortex Plus and 4-quart Ninja Foodi to test frozen chicken tenders. Cooking time and temperature may vary depending on your air fryer and the number of servings you are making. For optimal results, begin with the lower end of the suggested cooking time.

Nutrition

Calories: 129kcal | Protein: 24g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 132mg | Potassium: 420mg | Vitamin A: 34IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 0.4mg
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