Golden, crispy chicken fingers with a tender interior, perfectly cooked in the air fryer for a healthier, flavorful meal.
# What You Need:
→ Chicken
01 - 1.1 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
→ Breading
02 - 3/4 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
03 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
04 - 1 tsp paprika
05 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
06 - 1/2 tsp onion powder
07 - 1/2 tsp salt
08 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
→ Wet Mix
09 - 2 large eggs
10 - 2 tbsp low-fat milk
→ For Air Frying
11 - Olive oil spray
# Directions:
01 - Preheat the air fryer to 400°F for 3 minutes to ensure proper cooking temperature.
02 - Pat chicken strips dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture for better breading adhesion.
03 - In a shallow bowl, whisk together eggs and milk until well combined.
04 - In a separate bowl, combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
05 - Dip each chicken strip into the egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off, then coat thoroughly in breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
06 - Place coated strips in a single layer in the air fryer basket and lightly spray both sides with olive oil.
07 - Cook for 10-12 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
08 - Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
