Ninja Foodi Taco Chicken Tenders (Air Fryer Recipe)
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These Ninja Foodi Taco Chicken Tenders are easy to make and delicious. They are great on their own or in a variety of different dishes.
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How to Make Taco Chicken Tenders in a Ninja Foodi Using the Air Crisp Function
Aunt Lou here.
I am so excited to share this recipe for Ninja Foodi Taco Chicken Tenders. It can be prepped in such a short time, cooks quickly and gives you delicious and tender chicken that is really versatile. I love when a recipe is like this one.
These chicken tenders are great on their own with some refried beans and Spanish rice. However, there are quite a few other ways they can be used. I have taken these chicken tenders and cut them into bite sized pieces to use in tacos, burritos, quesadillas and taco salads. They have been incredible in each different main dish I have used them in. My family has devoured them each and every way I have served this chicken. I would love to hear from you in the comments below how you would like to use this delicious chicken.
What You Will Need for Ninja Foodi Taco Chicken Tenders (Air Fryer Recipe)
Ingredients Needed
- 2 lbs chicken tenders
- 1 taco seasoning packet
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- Cooking Spray
Equipment Needed
- 1 gallon baggie
- Measuring spoon
- Tongs
- 6.5 Quart Ninja Foodi or 7 Quart Air Fryer
- Meat thermometer
- Plate
- Aluminum foil
Time Needed
- Prep Time: 5 minutes or less
- Cooking Time Per Batch: 4 to 5 minutes at 390 degrees, flip your chicken tenders and air fry for an additional 4 to 5 minutes, until the internal temperature of your chicken tenders is at least 165 degrees Fahrenheit
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Ninja Foodi Taco Chicken Tenders (Air Fryer Recipe)
Ingredients
- 2 lbs Chicken Tenders
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 390 degrees Fahrenheit for 3 minutes.
- Put your chicken tenders in a gallon size baggie, pour in your extra virgin olive oil, close baggie and gently shake the tenders around until all of them are coated.
- Open the baggie, sprinkle in your taco seasoning, close baggie, and gently shake until the tenders are well coated.
- Place 3 or 4 chicken tenders (you want one layer with them not touching) in your Ninja Foodi or 7 quart air fryer.
- Air fry for 4-5 minutes at 390 degrees. (The timing will depend on the size of your tenders. If they are smaller, start with 4 minutes. If they are large, start with 5 minutes.)
- Flip your chicken tenders and air fryer for an additional 4-5 minutes, until the internal temperature of your chicken tenders reaches at least 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Once one batch has completed cooking, place them on a plate and cover with aluminum foil while you wait for the other chicken tenders to cook.
- Repeat cooking time for remaining chicken tenders.
- You can serve them as they are or cut then into bite size pieces to be used in tacos, burritos, taco salad, quesadillas, etc.
Notes
- Looking for more recipes? Ourย Recipe Finderย can help you find exactly what you need.
- Check out all our favorite recommendations for cookbooks,ย slowย cookers and low carb essentials in ourย Amazon Influencer Shop.
- As with any of our recipes, carb counts, calorie counts and nutritional information varies greatly. As a result, your nutritional content depends on which products you choose to use when cooking this dish.ย The auto-calculation is just an automated estimate and should NOT be used for specific dietary needs.
- Finally, all air fryers cook differently, so cooking times are always a basic guideline. Recipes shouldย always be tested first in your own air fryerย and time adjusted as needed.
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