Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Tenders

Crispy, spicy, flavorful, and delicious - these Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Tenders are everything you want the classic game-day appetizer to be. Greek yogurt keeps the chicken moist and juicy while the panko breadcrumbs crisp up beautifully in the air fryer. In just 30 minutes, you can have these healthy buffalo chicken tenders ready for a football party or a fun weeknight dinner. Egg-free, low-carb, high protein.

Course Appetizer, Main Course

Cuisine American

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 10

Total Time 30

Servings servings

Calories 261kcal

Author Ashley Petrie, RDN, LDN

Equipment

Ingredients

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
⅓ cup cayenne pepper hot sauce I use Frank's RedHot Sauce
½ cup plain Greek yogurt 2% milkfat
½ teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon dried parsley
¼ teaspoon dried chives
¼ teaspoon dried dill
¼ teaspoon black pepper
¾ cup plain panko breadcrumbs
1 pound chicken tenders or boneless, skinless chicken breast cut into strips
Cooking spray

Instructions

Cut the butter into small pieces and place them in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat on high in the microwave in 30-second intervals until melted. Whisk in the hot sauce until a smooth, well-blended buffalo sauce forms. Set aside.
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, ⅓ cup cayenne pepper hot sauce
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, stir the Greek yogurt and seasonings together. Add the panko breadcrumbs to a separate mixing bowl. Bread the chicken tenders by first dipping each piece into the yogurt mixture until well-coated. Then, place the yogurt-coated chicken tenders into the bowl of breadcrumbs, tossing until fully breaded.
½ cup plain Greek yogurt, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon dried parsley, ¼ teaspoon dried chives, ¼ teaspoon dried dill, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, ¾ cup plain panko breadcrumbs, 1 pound chicken tenders
Preheat the air fryer to 390°F for 2 minutes. Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray and place the breaded chicken into the basket in a single, even layer. Work in batches, if necessary, to prevent overcrowding. Cook the chicken for 8-12 minutes (depending on size and thickness), flipping halfway through. The chicken is fully cooked when the internal temperature reaches 165°F on a meat thermometer.
Cooking spray
Place the cooked chicken tenders in a large mixing bowl. Pour the buffalo sauce over the chicken and toss the bowl vigorously to thoroughly coat the chicken. Serve immediately with dipping sauce of choice.

Notes

Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or in the freezer for up to 4 months.
Make Ahead: Prepare the buffalo sauce up to 1 week in advance, the yogurt mixture up to 3 days in advance, and the buffalo chicken tenders up to 2 days in advance.
Quick Tip: Coat the cooked chicken tenders with the buffalo sauce just before serving to prevent them from getting soggy.

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