Description
Indulge in the mouthwatering delight of Cowboy Butter Chicken Tenders, an irresistible dish perfect for any occasion. These ultra-crispy chicken tenders are coated in a crunchy cornflake batter and drizzled with a rich, zesty cowboy butter sauce that combines the bright flavors of garlic and lemon. Whether you’re hosting a game day gathering or looking for a quick weeknight meal, these tenders promise a satisfying crunch and explosion of flavor. Plus, they’re made easily in an air fryer for a healthier take on comfort food. Everyone will be coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lb chicken tenderloins
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1 tbsp all-purpose seasoning
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly cracked pepper
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 3 cups cornflakes (crushed)
- 1 stick melted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- zest and juice of 1/2 lemon
- 1 tbsp dijon mustard
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp cayenne or red pepper flakes
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 tbsp chives or green onions, sliced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley minced
- kosher salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Crush cornflakes in a ziplock bag using a rolling pin until coarse.
- Set up three shallow dishes: one with flour and seasoning mix, another with whisked eggs and milk, and the last with crushed cornflakes.
- Coat each chicken tender in flour, dip in egg wash, then press into cornflake crumbs.
- Air fry at 400°F for 10 minutes total, flipping halfway through.
- Mix sauce ingredients in a bowl; toss cooked tenders in the sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 140mg