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Frozen Chicken Tenders in Air Fryer

Who's guilty of forgetting to pull out the chicken before you leave for work? I know I am. These Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Tenders will help you out when you are in a pinch. Plus, no one will know you forgot to pull them out of the freezer.
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Prep Time 1 minute
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 11 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 2
Calories 259 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

Instructions
 

  • Pull the frozen chicken tenders out of the freezer.
  • Transfer the chicken to the air fryer basket. Cook at 390F for 4 minutes.
  • Remove the basket from the air fryer; using your tongs, separate the chicken tenders. Sprinkle some of the salt and pepper on the chicken.
  • Flip the chicken over and season the other side.
  • Put the basket back into the air fryer and cook for another 6 minutes at 390F.
  • Once the timer goes off, check the chicken's internal temperature, ensuring they are 165F.
  • Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Calories: 259kcalCarbohydrates: 0.2gProtein: 48gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 145mgSodium: 845mgPotassium: 843mgFiber: 0.1gVitamin A: 69IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 13mgIron: 1mg
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