Tortilla Encrusted Chicken Tenders

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Tortilla Encrusted Chicken Tenders coated with seasoned crushed tortilla chips and served with salsa. An easy, family weeknight dish!

Tortilla Encrusted Chicken Tenders with salsa

Tortilla Encrusted Chicken Tenders

I love this fun tex-mex twist on chicken tenders! It’s perfect with a Mexican corn salad or a black bean salad. Chicken tenderloins are easy to cook for weeknight dinners because there’s not much prep. They are already cut to the perfect size so all you have to do is bread them and bake or air fryer. If you want more ideas for chicken tenders, try my Air Fryer Chicken Tenders, or these Pickle Brined Chicken Tenders.

Tortilla Encrusted Chicken Tenders with lime wedges

This recipe got two thumbs up from my family. They are easy to make, and take less than 30 minutes – perfect for weeknight cooking! I crushed the tortillas in a ziplock bag and left it a little course for texture. The squeeze of lime on top and salsa for dipping, adds a fun Mexican-American twist to chicken tenders.

How do you get the breading to stick to the chicken tenders?

How To Keep Breading From Falling Off Chicken

  1. Pat the chicken dry.
  2. Dredge in flour.
  3. Dip in beaten eggs.
  4. Coat in the crumbs, pressing the crumbs with the back of a fork.
  5. Carefully transfer to a baking sheet.
Tortilla Encrusted Chicken Tenders ingredients
Tortilla Encrusted Chicken Tenders with salsa

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Tortilla Encrusted Chicken Tenders

4
331 Cals 34 Protein 22 Carbs 11 Fats
Prep Time: 5 mins
20 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Yield: 4 servings
COURSE: Appetizer, Dinner, Lunch
CUISINE: American, Tex Mex
These baked chicken tenders are coated with seasoned crushed tortilla chips, baked until golden and served with salsa. An easy, weeknight chicken dish, great for the kids, or even adults!

Ingredients

  • 1 ¼ pound chicken tenderloins
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, or gluten-free flour*
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 3 1/2 ounces crushed tortilla chips*
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Olive oil spray
  • 1/2 lime, cut into 4 wedges
  • chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish
  • 1/2 cup jarred salsa, for dipping

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400F.
  • Season chicken tenders with 3/4 teaspoon salt. Place flour on a shallow plate and egg in a medium bowl.  Place tortilla chips, remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, garlic powder, cumin, and pepper on another shallow plate.
  • Dredge each tender lightly in flour, then egg (shaking off excess), then chip mixture.  Lightly spray sheet pan with olive oil, place tenders on pan and spray the top with olive oil. Bake about 8 to 10 minutes on each side or until cooked through.
  • To serve: Place 2 tenders on each plate, garnish with cilantro. Serve with 1 lime wedge and salsa for dipping.

AIR FRYER Directions:

  • Spray the chicken on both sides with oil. Air fry in batches as needed in a single layer 5 to 6 minutes on each side.

Notes

*Check labels for gluten-free.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tenders, 2 tbsp salsa, Calories: 331kcal, Carbohydrates: 22g, Protein: 34g, Fat: 11g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Cholesterol: 137mg, Sodium: 695mg, Fiber: 1.5g, Sugar: 2g
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Air Fryer Breakfast Banana Split

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If you need a quick and healthy breakfast, you’ll love this six-minute Air Fryer Breakfast Banana Split!

Air Fryer Banana with yogurt, cherry and sprinkles

Air Fryer Breakfast Banana Split

With just five ingredients, this delicious Air Fryer Banana Split tastes like you’re having dessert for breakfast. The bananas are baked in the air fryer and topped with yogurt, maple syrup, cinnamon, and pecans. If you want to make this easy banana breakfast for kids, add some sprinkles and a cherry! These Baked Bananas, Banana Foster-Topped French Toast, and Banana Foster Crepes are some more yummy banana recipes to try.

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Banana Split Ingredients

  • Banana: This recipe is the perfect way to use up overripe bananas. The riper, the better!
  • Cinnamon: Sprinkle a little cinnamon on the banana.
  • Greek Yogurt: I like Fage or Stonyfield Greek yogurt, but any kind will work. You could also use vanilla yogurt and skip the syrup.
  • Dairy Free: Use your favorite dairy free yogurt like coconut or almond.
  • Maple Syrup: Swap it with honey or agave.
  • Pecans: Chop two tablespoons of pecans. You can sub walnuts or almonds or omit them if you’re allergic.

How to Make a Breakfast Banana Split

  • Air Fry the Banana: Slice a ripe banana lengthwise, three-quarters of the way through, and top it with cinnamon. Air fry the banana for five to six minutes at 400°F until soft.
  • Greek Yogurt Sauce: While the banana cooks, combine a teaspoon of syrup with the yogurt.
  • Banana Split Toppings: When the banana is ready, top it with yogurt, cinnamon, pecans, and the remaining syrup.

Variations:

  • Drizzle the banana with chocolate syrup, almond butter, or peanut butter.
  • Fruit: Add fresh berries, pomegranate seeds, raisins, dried cranberries, or crushed-up freeze-dried strawberries.
  • Top your banana split with chocolate chips, granola, coconut chips, or coconut flakes.
  • Spices: Add a dash of nutmeg or cardamom, or substitute pumpkin pie spice for cinnamon.
  • Classic Banana Split: Make it dessert with whipped cream, chocolate syrup, sprinkles, and a cherry on top.

No Air Fryer? No Problem!

Bake the bananas in the oven at 400°F for 10 to 12 minutes.

air fryer banana split
Air Fryer Banana with yogurt, cherry and sprinkles

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Air Fryer Breakfast Banana Split

5
286 Cals 15 Protein 41 Carbs 9 Fats
Prep Time: 2 mins
Cook Time: 5 mins
Total Time: 7 mins
Yield: 1 servings
COURSE: Breakfast
CUISINE: American
If you need a quick and healthy breakfast, you’ll love this six-minute Air Fryer Breakfast Banana Split!

Ingredients

  • 1 medium ripe banana
  • 2 teaspoons pure maple syrup
  • ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup nonfat Greek yogurt, I like Fage
  • 2 tablespoons pecan halves, chopped
  • optional: colored sprinkles and cherry, for topping

Equipment

Instructions

  • Slice the banana lengthwise, 3/4 of the way through on the side of the banana so it doesn’t roll in the air fryer and open the the skin and banana slightly.
  • Top with cinnamon and air fry 400F 5 to 6 minutes, until soft.
  • Meanwhile in a small bowl, combine 1 teaspoon syrup with the yogurt.
  • When the banana is ready, top with yogurt, sprinkle with more cinnamon and the nuts and drizzle with the remaining 1 teaspoon maple syrup.
  • Optional, top with colored sprinkles and a cherry on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1banana, Calories: 286kcal, Carbohydrates: 41g, Protein: 15g, Fat: 9g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 7mg, Sodium: 46mg, Fiber: 4.5g, Sugar: 26g
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