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Homemade Texas Roadhouse Chicken Critters—crispy, golden-brown chicken tenders served with dipping sauces.

Texas Roadhouse Chicken Critters Recipe

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Author: Laurie Fleming
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 22 minutes
Servings: 8 Servings

Description

Make crispy and delicious Copycat Texas Roadhouse Chicken Critters in your air fryer with this easy recipe! Perfect for a tasty snack or dinner.

Ingredients 

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken tenderloins , (or cut chicken breasts into strips)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons paprika
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup milk, or buttermilk

Instructions

  • In a bowl, whisk together 1 cup all-purpose flour, 2 tablespoons paprika, 1 tablespoon salt, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, and ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper In a separate bowl, beat the 2 large eggs and mix in the ½ cup milk.
  • Dip each 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken tenderloins into the egg mixture, then dredge in the seasoned flour, ensuring an even coating.
  • Set your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and let it preheat for about 3 minutes.
  • Place the coated chicken tenders in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure they don’t overlap. Lightly spray with cooking oil for extra crispiness.
  • Air fry at 375°F for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (75°C).
  • Let the chicken rest for a couple of minutes, then serve with your favorite dipping sauce, like honey mustard or ranch!

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Cooking Spray
  • Parchment Paper, optional

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 151kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 16gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 962mgPotassium: 280mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 208IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 33mgIron: 1mg