Description
Ultra-crispy Cowboy Butter Chicken Tenders are a must-try for any gathering, from casual parties to game days. These delightful chicken strips feature a crunchy cornflake coating that provides an irresistible crunch, all while being tossed in a zesty garlic butter sauce that balances flavor beautifully. Perfect as an appetizer or main course, these tenders can be prepared in just 30 minutes using an air fryer for a healthier twist on this classic dish. With their bold flavors and crispy texture, they are sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lb chicken tenderloins
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1 tbsp all-purpose seasoning
- 2 eggs
- 3 cups corn flakes (crushed)
- Olive oil spray
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 lemon zested and 1 tablespoon juice
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne or red pepper flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon chives or green onions, sliced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley minced
- Kosher salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Crush cornflakes in a ziplock bag until coarse crumbs form.
- Prepare three shallow dishes: mix flour with seasoning in one, whisk eggs with milk in another, and place crushed cornflakes in the third.
- Bread each chicken tender by coating in flour, dipping into egg wash, then pressing into cornflakes.
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F. Cook tenders in batches for 10 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown.
- While cooking, mix sauce ingredients in a bowl. Toss cooked tenders in the sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers & Snacks
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 chicken tenders (150g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 160mg