Air Fryer Chicken Tenders (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 2 cups buttermilk.
02 - 1 lemon, juiced.
03 - 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon kosher salt.
04 - 1 teaspoon black pepper.
05 - 1.5-2 pounds chicken breasts.
06 - 3 cups all-purpose flour.
07 - 1 1/2 tablespoons baking powder.
08 - 1 1/2 tablespoons garlic powder.
09 - 1 1/2 tablespoons paprika.
10 - Nonstick cooking spray.
11 - Parsley for garnish.
12 - BBQ sauce for dipping.

# Instructions:

01 - Spray air fryer basket with nonstick spray.
02 - Mix buttermilk, lemon juice, 1 tablespoon salt and pepper.
03 - Slice chicken into 1/2-inch strips, marinate 1 hour to overnight.
04 - Mix flour, baking powder and seasonings. Stir in 1/4 cup marinade to create lumps.
05 - Coat strips in flour mixture, place in air fryer in single layer.
06 - Air fry at 350°F for 6 minutes per side until golden and 165°F inside.

# Notes:

01 - Cook in batches.
02 - Keep warm in 250°F oven.
03 - Lumpy coating = extra crunch.

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