Air Fryer Cornflake Chicken Tenders

Air Fryer Cornflake Chicken Tenders are a delicious alternative to the usual fried chicken..

Made with skinless and boneless chicken breast tenders, the tenders are moist and juice on the inside and wonderfully crunchy on the outside.

What is cornflake chicken?

Cornflake chicken is chicken that has been coated with a flake cereal and seasoning before being baked or cooked.

I like how crunchy and tasty this simple cereal hack can make the chicken.

Have you tried my Easy Air Fryer Chicken Thighs Recipe

That easy Air Fryer Chicken Thighs Recipe, a delicious 5 ingredient recipe for moist and flavorful bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs. Both this Cornflake chicken and that chicken thigh recipe are easy and tasty recipes that can be made in an air fryer.

Chipotle chili powder is used to season the chicken in this recipe.
You can find chipotle chili powder here.

Why we love this air fryer chicken recipe.

Making the chicken in an air fryer rather than using a deep fryer is a healthier way to cook about anything. It is also an easier method of doing so.

Here is what else we like about this recipe.

• This recipe is made with simple ingredients that you may already have on hand.
• Cornflakes add both crunch and a 'nutty' flavor to the tenders.
• These chicken tenders go great when served with a salad, Air Fryer Potato Chips , or even Air Fryer Polenta Fries .
• The two ingredient hot honey dip is the perfect complement to this air fried chicken.
• Personalizing this chicken recipe is as easy as using gluten free cornflakes or using your favorite seasoning blend.
• About everyone can agree on this tasty chicken !

Ingredients needed to make cornflake baked chicken.

• Chicken Breasts. Use boneless and skinless chicken breasts.
• Flour. All purpose flour was used in making my chicken. A gluten free version could also work.
• Seasonings: Paprika, chipotle chili powder, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
• Egg. Your egg should be whisked in a shallow bowl that can be used for dredging.
• Cornflakes . Your cornflakes should be crushed.
• For the dip you will need honey and crushed red pepper flakes.

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Tips for making the best air fryer chicken tenders.

The easiest ways to crush your cornflakes is to use a food processor. If you do not have a food processor, simple place the cornflakes in a zip top bag and run a rolling pin over the bag to crush them.

More helpful tips for you.

1. Before slicing your chicken into tenders, use a clean paper towel or similar item to pat the chicken down to remove any moisture. This will make it easier to slice and to coat with the other ingredients.
2. When coating your chicken with the cornflake mixture, coat the chicken evenly for the perfect consistent crunch.
3. Leave room in the air fryer for the warm air to circulate. The chicken tenders can touch one another but, should not overlap.
4. Make sure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F before serving it.
5. Do you have to use chicken breasts to make this recipe? You can use any part of the chicken or even the full breast to make this recipe. Keep in mind however, that the air frying time and ingredient amounts can change.
6. Want an even spicier hot honey dip? Stir in a few drops of tabasco or similar sauce.

How to make Air Fryer Cornflake Chicken Tenders

Prep Time: 15 minutes .
Air Fry Time: 20 minutes .
Servings: 18 tenders .

1. To prepare your chicken breast, slice each breast down the center and then slice each of the breast halves into three pieces. You should have 18 chicken tender pieces after slicing the chicken.
2. In a medium bowl, use a whisk to combine together your flour and seasonings (paprika, chipotle chili powder, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder). This will be the first bowl (of three) used in your dredging station to coat your chicken.
3. To make the rest of your dredging station, you will need two somewhat shallow bowls. The first bowl should have your whisked egg. The second bowl should hold your crushed cornflakes.
4. Start by dipping your first chicken tender into the bowl with the flour and then the bowl with the whisked egg, followed by the cornflakes. Your tender should be entirely coated.
5. Place your coated chicken tender into your air fryer basket and repeat with the remaining tenders.
6. Air fry your chicken for 15 minutes at 360°F, flipping after seven minutes, or until done on the inside (165 internal temperature).
7. To make the hot honey dip, simple whisk together the honey with the red pepper flakes, making adjustments as desired for flavor.

Expert Tip👉 Make sure that your chicken is not overlapping in the air fryer basket as this can hinder even air frying. Depending on the size of your air fryer basket, you may have to air fry in batches.

How to store Cornflake Chicken.

Once your chicken has fully cooled you can place it into an airtight container or zip top bag.When properly stored and refrigerated, this chicken should keep for up to four days.

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Air Fryer Cornflake Chicken Tenders, a delicious and easy recipe featuring chicken breast tenders perfectly seasoned and air fried.

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