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Seasoned air fryer chicken tenders with vegetables

Air Fryer Chicken Tenders (No Breading)

Juicy chicken tenderloins tossed in olive oil and a smoky paprika spice rub and air fried until golden. Low carb, keto and gluten free in under 20 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken tenders
  • 1 1/2 lb chicken tenderloins
  • 1 tbsp olive or avocado oil
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp brown sugar optional, skip for keto
  • 3/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
To finish
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped

Method
 

  1. Pat the chicken tenders dry.
  2. Mix the spices. Toss the chicken with oil, then with the spice mix.
  3. Air fry at 400°F in a single layer for 5 minutes, flip and cook 3 to 5 minutes more until 165°F.
  4. Rest 2 minutes, finish with lemon juice and parsley and serve with dips.

Notes

Cook in batches so the tenders do not overlap.