# Ingredient List:
→ Chicken
01 - 1 lb (500 g) chicken breast tenders, trimmed
→ Breading
02 - 1 cup (100 g) panko breadcrumbs
03 - 1/4 cup (30 g) grated Parmesan cheese
04 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
05 - 1 tsp garlic powder
06 - 1/2 tsp dried thyme
07 - 1/2 tsp salt
08 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
09 - Zest of 1 lemon
→ Dipping & Coating
10 - 2 large eggs
11 - 2 tbsp milk
12 - 1/3 cup (40 g) all-purpose flour
→ Optional Garnish
13 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
14 - Cranberry sauce or honey mustard, for serving
# Directions:
01 - Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.
02 - Pat chicken tenders dry with paper towels.
03 - Arrange three shallow bowls: one with flour; one with beaten eggs and milk; one with panko, Parmesan, smoked paprika, garlic powder, thyme, salt, pepper, and lemon zest combined.
04 - Dredge each tender in flour, shake off excess; dip into egg mixture; then coat thoroughly with breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
05 - Lightly spray the air fryer basket with oil and arrange tenders in a single layer, working in batches if required.
06 - Cook for 8 minutes, flip tenders, then cook an additional 5 to 7 minutes until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
07 - Serve warm, garnished with parsley and alongside cranberry sauce or honey mustard.
