Air Fryer Chicken Strips
Enjoy crispy and juicy air fryer chicken strips that are healthier than traditional fried chicken, perfect for a quick meal or party appetizer.
Ingredients
Chicken and Coating
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast Cut into 1-inch wide strips
- 1 cup bread crumbs (Panko or regular)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs Beaten
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Cooking spray or oil for greasing
Instructions
Preparation
- Cut the boneless, skinless chicken breast into strips about 1 inch wide.
- Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls. In the first bowl, mix the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- In the second bowl, beat the eggs until fully combined.
- In the third bowl, place the bread crumbs.
Breading
- Take each chicken strip, dredge it in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
- Dip the strip in the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off.
- Coat the chicken in the bread crumbs, pressing lightly to ensure an even coating.
Cooking
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Place the coated chicken strips in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring they aren’t touching.
- Spray the tops of the chicken strips lightly with cooking spray.
- Cook the chicken strips for about 10-12 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until golden brown and reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Remove the chicken strips and let them cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Serve with your favorite dipping sauces like honey mustard, barbecue sauce, ranch, or buffalo sauce. For a complete meal, pair with a fresh salad or coleslaw. Proper storage: refrigerate in an airtight container for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.