Description

Air Fryer Chicken Fried Steak Fingers are a crispy, tender delight that will take you back to childhood memories of comfort food. With a golden-brown crust and juicy chicken inside, these finger-licking treats are perfect for game nights or a cozy dinner at home. Quick to prepare and easy to pair with your favorite dips, they’re sure to become a family favorite!

Ingredients

Scale

3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs
1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
1 tsp salt (to taste)
1 tsp black pepper (to taste)
1 tsp paprika
Cooking spray

Instructions

Slice chicken breasts into one-inch wide strips and season with salt and pepper.
Set up a breading station with three shallow dishes: one for flour mixed with paprika, one for beaten eggs, and one for breadcrumbs.
Dredge each chicken strip in flour, dip in the egg mixture, and coat with breadcrumbs.
Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
Place breaded chicken strips in the air fryer basket in a single layer, spritz lightly with cooking spray, and cook for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Frying
Cuisine: Southern

Nutrition

Serving Size: 3 chicken fingers (90g)
Calories: 260
Sugar: 0g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 26g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 20g
Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: - For extra flavor, consider adding garlic powder or swapping out spices. - Serve with dipping sauces like ranch or honey mustard for added enjoyment.