Air Fryer Blackened Chicken Tenders (Popeyes Copycat)

Air Fryer Blackened Chicken Tenders (Popeyes Copycat)

from laurenfitfoodie.com
15 min

These Air Fryer Blackened Chicken Tenders are juicy, flavorful and so easy to make! They're made with the easiest spice blend and are great for meal prep because they pair with so many things. And they're ready in 15 minutes!

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. chicken tenderloins
  • 1/2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tsp each: paprika, garlic powder, onion powder
  • 1 tsp each: cumin, oregano, salt, pepper
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional for heat)

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat the air fryer to 390 degrees F.

  2. 2

    In a small bowl, mix together all the spices for the blackened chicken.

  3. 3

    Pat chicken tenderloins dry with a paper towel and spray with cooking spray. Then toss evenly with the seasoning mix.

  4. 4

    Spray air fryer basket with cooking spray. Place the tenders in the basket in a single layer. Cook for 4-5 minutes, then flip and cook for another 4-5 minutes or until cooked through. Set on a plate to rest for 5 minutes before cutting.