Cornflake Chicken Tenders (Air Fryer, Gluten Free)
Every other cornflake chicken tender recipe out there makes you heat up the oven. This one does not. These are made entirely in the air fryer, which means a crispier coating, a faster cook time, and no sheet pan to deal with. Gluten free cornflakes make this completely gluten free with no swaps needed, and dairy free milk works just as well as regular in the egg wash. Under 20 minutes, one basket to clean, and the crunchiest chicken tenders you have made at home.
Ingredients
- 1/2 lb chicken breasts
- 2 cups corn flakes or gluten free corn flkes
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp milk or dairy free milk
Instructions
- Crack the egg into a shallow bowl, add the milk, and beat until combined.
- Add the crushed cornflakes, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to a separate shallow bowl. Stir to combine.
- Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness (about 1/2 inch) and cut into strips.
- Dip each chicken strip into the egg mixture, letting any excess drip off. Then press it firmly into the cornflake mixture, coating both sides. Press the coating in so it actually adheres to the chicken.
- Place the breaded chicken strips in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Do not overlap them or they will steam instead of crisp.
- Air fry at 390°F for 11-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the coating is deep golden and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Remove from the air fryer and serve immediately.