These Air Fryer Cornflake Chicken Tenders are a crispy and healthier alternative to traditional fried chicken. Coated in crunchy cornflakes and seasoned to perfection, they cook quickly in the air fryer, resulting in a golden, tender interior. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or snack!
Craving crispy, golden chicken tenders without the mess of deep frying? Try these Air Fryer Cornflake Chicken Tenders! Coated in crunchy cornflakes and seasoned to perfection, these tenders are healthier, quicker, and just as delicious. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce for a perfect weeknight meal or snack!
If you love easy chicken recipes, try my recipe for Air Fryer Chicken Tenders with Honey Mustard Sauce, Air Fryer Garlic Paprika Chicken Drumsticks, or Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken Legs.
Why You Will Love This Recipe!
✅ Crispy & Delicious: Perfectly crunchy on the outside, tender on the inside.
🍗 Healthy Alternative: No deep frying needed for a lighter version.
⏱️ Quick & Easy: Ready in under 30 minutes with minimal prep!
🍴 Kid-Friendly: A meal the whole family will love.
🌶️ Customizable: Add your favorite seasonings or dipping sauces!
Ingredients Needed
- Chicken: Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts, chicken strips, or chicken tenderloins, or boneless, skinless chicken tenders
- Egg: Use large, room-temperature eggs
- Milk: Use whole milk, almond milk, or coconut milk
- Flour: Use all-purpose flour, gluten-free all-purpose flour. For keto or low-carb options, use coconut flour.
- Cornflakes: Buy crushed cornflakes or a box of Cornflakes
- Seasonings and Spices: Kosher Salt and Black Pepper
- Cooking Spray: Use non-stick cooking spray or olive oil
How To Make Air Fryer Cornflake Chicken Tenders
Step One: Preheat the air fryer Spray your air fryer basket with olive oil spray. Preheat your air fryer at 350 degrees F for 3-5 minutes, air fryer setting.
Step Two: Prepare Dredging Stations Mix the egg, milk, flour, salt, and black pepper in a resealable bag or shallow bowl. Add the cornflakes to a food processor and process until you have fine crumbs. If you do not have a food processor, add the Box of Corn Flakes into a zip top bag, and using a rolling pin, crush the cornflakes until you have cornflake crumbs. Add the crushed cornflakes to a small bowl or shallow dish.
Step Three: Bread Your Chicken Place chicken pieces into the egg mixture and then the cornflake mixture. Press the cornflakes onto the chicken so it’s fully covered.
Step Four: Air fry Cornflake Chicken tenders Place chicken tenders into the air fryer basket in a single layer, spraying them with olive oil, and then set the cook time for 5-8 minutes, flipping halfway during the cooking process.
Step Five: Serving Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
Recipe Variations
- Cornflake Chicken with Mayo Air Fryer: For a creamy twist, try this Cornflake Chicken recipe with a mayo coating before adding the cornflake crust. The mayo adds extra moisture and flavor, making the chicken tenders even more deliciously crispy.
- Air Fryer Cornflake Chicken Thighs: For a hearty variation, use chicken thighs instead of tenders in your cornflake-coated recipe.
- Spicy Cornflake Chicken Air Fryer: For a heat-packed crunch, coat your chicken tenders in a spicy cornflake mixture and air fry until golden brown. This spicy variation is perfect for those who love a bit of heat with their crispy chicken.
Air Fryer Cornflake Chicken Tenders Recipe Tips
🍗 Use Boneless Chicken: For the best results, use boneless, skinless chicken tenders or chicken breasts cut into strips for even cooking.
🥄 Coating Tip: Make sure to press the cornflake coating onto the chicken to ensure it sticks well, resulting in a crispier finish.
🧴 Spray with Oil: Lightly spray the chicken tenders with cooking spray before air frying to help them crisp up and turn golden brown.
⏱️ Cooking Time: Depending on the thickness of the chicken, adjust the cooking time. Check the internal temperature to ensure it reaches 165°F for fully cooked tenders.
🌶️ Season to Taste: Feel free to add extra spices or seasonings to the cornflake coating, like garlic powder, paprika, or cayenne pepper, for extra flavor!
Storing
🧊 Storing: Store leftover Air Fryer Cornflake Chicken Tenders in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Allow them to cool completely before storing.
❄️ Freezing: For longer storage, freeze the cooked chicken tenders in a single layer on a baking sheet. Once frozen, transfer them to a freezer-safe bag or container. They’ll stay fresh for up to 2 months.
🔥 Reheating: Reheat in the air fryer at 375°F for 5-6 minutes to restore the crispiness. You can also microwave them, but the texture won’t be as crispy.
Air Fryer Cornflake Chicken Tenders Recipe Faqs
🍗 Can I use chicken breasts instead of tenders? Yes! You can use chicken breasts cut into strips. Just make sure the pieces are uniform in size for even cooking.
🌶️ Can I adjust the seasoning? Absolutely! Feel free to customize the seasoning in the cornflake coating by adding garlic powder, paprika, cayenne, or any of your favorite spices.
🧴 Do I need to use cooking spray?
While not necessary, lightly spraying the tenders with cooking spray will help them crisp up better in the air fryer.
⏱️ How do I know when the chicken is done? Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F to confirm it’s fully cooked. You can check this with a meat thermometer.
🍽️ Can I freeze these chicken tenders? Yes! After cooking, let them cool completely and freeze in a single layer before transferring to a freezer-safe bag. Reheat in the air fryer for the best results.
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Air Fryer Cornflake Chicken Tenders
Description
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless, chicken tenders
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup flour, any type
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups Cornflakes, crushed
Instructions
- Spray your air fryer basket with olive oil spray.
- Preheat your air fryer at 350 degrees F for 5 minutes, air fryer setting.
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, mix the egg, milk, flour, salt, and black pepper.
- In another mixing bowl, pour the cornflakes.
- Take your chicken tender and dip it into the wet batter, and then into the cornflakes. Press the cornflakes onto the chicken so it’s fully covered.
- Set the coated chicken tenders into the air fryer basket, spraying them with olive oil, and then set the timer for 5 minutes.
- Flip, spray again, and air fry for another 3 to 5 minutes.
- Plate, serve, and enjoy!
Equipment
- Cooking Spray
- Parchment Paper, optional
Nutrition
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