Dairy-Free Airfried Chicken Tenders

Crispy, golden, and irresistibly flavorful, these Dairy-Free Airfried Chicken Tenders are the perfect guilt-free indulgence! Crafted with a dairy-free "buttermilk" made from almond milk and apple cider vinegar, and coated in a seasoned blend of flour, cornstarch, and panko breadcrumbs, these tenders deliver a crunchy, satisfying bite every time. Air frying ensures a lighter, healthier alternative to traditional deep-fried chicken without sacrificing texture or taste. Ready in just 35 minutes, these tenders are ideal for weeknight dinners, game-day snacks, or kid-friendly meals. Pair them with your favorite dipping sauce for a crowd-pleasing dish that's free of dairy yet full of flavor. Perfect for fans of crispy fried chicken, air fryer recipes, and easy dairy-free meals!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk
• 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
• 0 Olive oil cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Slice the chicken breasts into approximately 1-inch wide tenders.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, mix the almond milk and apple cider vinegar. Let it sit for 5 minutes to create a dairy-free buttermilk.

Step 3

In another bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.

Step 4

Place the panko breadcrumbs in a separate shallow dish.

Step 5

Dip each chicken tender into the dairy-free buttermilk, then dredge it in the flour mixture, shaking off excess.

Step 6

Dip each tender back into the buttermilk, then coat it with panko breadcrumbs, pressing lightly to ensure the breadcrumbs adhere.

Step 7

Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).

Step 8

Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil spray to prevent sticking.

Step 9

Arrange the chicken tenders in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Spray the tops lightly with olive oil cooking spray.

Step 10

Air fry the chicken tenders for 7 minutes, then flip them over and air fry for an additional 6-8 minutes, or until the tenders are golden brown and cooked through.

Step 11

Ensure the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C) for safe consumption.

Step 12

Serve the dairy-free airfried chicken tenders hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(906.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1484.9

Total Fat 22.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 385.6mg	0%
Sodium 3190.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 146.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.4g	0%
Total Sugars 4.2g
Protein 163.0g	0%

Vitamin D 92.4IU	0%
Calcium 536.8mg	0%
Iron 14.0mg	0%
Potassium 1516.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 14.2%

Protein: 45.2%

Carbs: 40.6%