Crispy Cornflake Chicken Tenders

These Air Fryer Chicken Tenders are coated in crushed cornflakes for extra crunch and finished with a drizzle of hot honey. They're super crunchy, air-fryer-friendly, and ready in under 30 minutes. Perfect for game days, potlucks, or your next get-together!

Air Fryer Chicken Tenders.

Looking for a crowd-pleasing appetizer that’s crispy, tasty and incredibly easy to make? These Crispy Cornflake Chicken Tenders are your new go-to!

Whether you’re hosting a casual game night, birthday bash or weekend get-together, this dish checks all the boxes.

And the best part? You can whip these up in under 30 minutes using either your air fryer!

Cornflake Coated Chicken Strips.

The crushed cornflakes give these chicken tenders an amazing crispy, crunchy texture without the need for breadcrumbs or frying, making them not only delicious but also perfect for parties.

Just serve them on a platter with a side of dip like hot honey sauce and watch them disappear!

Ingredients

• 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into strips)

• 2 large eggs

• 2 tablespoons milk

• ½ teaspoon salt

• ½ teaspoon black pepper

• ½ teaspoon garlic powder

• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika

• ½ teaspoon onion powder

• 3 cups cornflakes, crushed into small pieces (not too fine)

• Cooking spray or oil (for baking or air frying)

• Store-bought hot honey (for drizzling and dipping)

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven or Air Fryer:

• Oven: Preheat to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

• Air Fryer: Preheat to 375°F (190°C) and spray the basket with cooking spray.

2. Prepare the Egg Mixture & Cornflake Coating:

• In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika and onion powder.

• Place crushed cornflakes in a shallow dish or plate.

3. Coat the Chicken:

• Dip each chicken tender into the egg mixture, ensuring it’s fully coated.

• Then roll it in the crushed cornflakes, pressing lightly to help them stick.

• Transfer to the prepared baking sheet or air fryer basket.

4. Cook the Chicken:

• Oven: Bake for 18-22 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).

• Air Fryer: Cook for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway, until crispy and cooked through.

5. Serve:

• Drizzle with hot honey or serve it on the side for dipping.

If you're craving more crowd-pleasing finger foods, you’ve got to try sticky chicken wings or Dorito chicken tenders.

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