Double-Parm Air Fryer Chicken Tenders (Carnivore-Friendly)

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⭐ Double-Parm Air Fryer Chicken Tenders (Carnivore-Friendly)

Ingredients

  • 2 large chicken breasts, cut into thick tenders (about 8–10 pieces)

  • 2 eggs, beaten

  • 1½–2 cups grated Parmesan cheese

  • Salt to taste (optional — Parm is salty)

Instructions

  1. Prep chicken: Slice chicken breasts into thick tender-style strips. Pat dry with paper towels.

  2. Set up coating stations:

    • Bowl 1: beaten eggs

    • Bowl 2: grated Parmesan

  3. First coat:
    Dip each chicken strip in egg → press into Parmesan to coat fully.

  4. Double coat:
    Dip the coated chicken back into the egg → press again into Parmesan.
    Give each piece a gentle squeeze so the cheese sticks well.

  5. Chill:
    Place coated tenders on a tray and refrigerate 30 minutes to help the crust firm up.

  6. Air fry:

    • Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C)

    • Spray basket lightly with tallow/butter spray (optional)

    • Cook 15 minutes, flipping halfway — for thick pieces

    • For thinner tenders, 10 minutes may be enough

  7. Check doneness:
    Internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).

Tips for Best Crunch

  • Use grated Parmesan, not shredded — it sticks better.

  • Don’t skip the chilling step — it keeps the cheese crust on the chicken.

  • Overcrowding = soggy. Cook in batches if needed.

Serving Ideas

  • Dip in carnivore mayo

  • Slice over scrambled eggs

  • Serve with melted butter or bacon grease drizzle

Storage

  • Fridge: 3–4 days

  • Reheat: air fry 3–5 min at 375°F to re-crisp

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