Air Fryer Chicken Tender Salad with Ranch

14 min

A simple salad can be transformed into one satisfying meal when you top with these delicious chicken tenders! Okay, you’re right, a salad can totally be a meal without the chicken tenders but these are so good, you’ll want them anyway! Served with homemade ranch, this will challenge even the best salad at your favorite restaurant!

14 min2 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp(30 ml) mayoAmount2 tbspIngredient(30 ml) mayo
  • 2 tbsp(30 ml) sour creamAmount2 tbspIngredient(30 ml) sour cream
  • 2 tbsp(30 ml) milkAmount3 tbspIngredient(45 ml) milk
  • 1/4 tspgarlic powderAmount1 tspIngredientgarlic powder
  • 1/4 tsponion powderAmount1/2 tspIngredientonion powder
  • 1/4 tspdried parsleyAmount1/4 tspIngredientdried parsley
  • SaltAmount1 tspIngredientsalt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 tspsaltAmount1 tspIngredientsalt
  • 1 tsppepper
  • 1 tspgarlic powderAmount1 tspIngredientgarlic powder
  • 1 tsppaprikaAmount1 tspIngredientpaprika
  • 1/2 tsponion powderAmount1/2 tspIngredientonion powder
  • 1/2 tspItalian seasoningAmount1/2 tspIngredientItalian seasoning
  • 2chicken breastsAmount2Ingredientchicken breasts, sliced into strips, sliced into strips
  • 1/2 cup(68 g) flourAmount1/2 cupIngredient(68 g) flour
  • 1/2 tspbaking powderAmount1/2 tspIngredientbaking powder
  • 2 tbsp(15 g) cornstarchAmount2 tbspIngredient(15 g) cornstarch
  • 1eggAmount1Ingredientegg
  • 3 tbsp(45 ml) milkAmount3 tbspIngredient(45 ml) milk
  • Oil sprayIngredientOil spray
  • 1 cupshredded cheeseAmount1 cupIngredientshredded cheese, of choice, of choice
  • 1bag prepared tossed salad kitAmount1Ingredientbag prepared tossed salad kit
  • 1/2 cup(28 g) crispy fried onionsAmount1/2 cupIngredient(28 g) crispy fried onions

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a small bowl, combine the mayo, sour cream, milk, garlic powderAmount1 tspIngredientgarlic powder, onion powder, parsley, salt, and pepper. Cover and refrigerate.

  2. 2

    In another small bowl, combine the salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, and Italian seasoningAmount1/2 tspIngredientItalian seasoning. Season the chicken with half of the spice mixture and set aside.

  3. 3

    In a large resealable bag, mix together the flour, baking powderAmount1/2 tspIngredientbaking powder, cornstarch, and the remaining spice mix. In a shallow bowl, beat the egg and milk together.

  4. 4

    Place the chicken in the flourAmount1/2 cupIngredient(68 g) flour mixture and...: Place the chicken in the flourAmount1/2 cupIngredient(68 g) flour mixture and shake until fully coated. Dip the chicken into the egg mixture, then return to the flour mixture. Transfer the chicken to a plate and allow the chicken to rest for 15 minutes.

  5. 5

    Preheat the air fryer to 350 degrees F (170 degrees C). Spray the air fryer with oil, add the chicken, and spray thoroughly with oil. Cook for 10-14 minutes, flipping halfway through and spraying with more oil. Once done, let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

  6. 6

    Meanwhile, assemble each bowl with half of the salad mix, cheeseAmount1 cupIngredientshredded cheese, of choice, onions, and chicken. Serve with the ranch.

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