AIR FRIED VEGETARIAN "CHICKEN TENDERS"

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Air Fried Vegetarian

Great-grandma's timeless recipe for crispy fried 'chicken.' The best part: because it is adapted for an air fryer, it's a healthier version compared to its fried cousin! Serve with honey-mustard sauce for dipping.

Provided by Chef Wheeler del Torro

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes     Vegetarian     Protein     Seitan

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup all-purpose flour
3 eggs, beaten
2 cups panko bread crumbs
1 teaspoon garlic powder
¾ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon chili powder
¼ teaspoon salt
2 (16 ounce) packages imitation chicken breast halves (seitan), cut into 1-inch wide strips
cooking spray

Steps:

  • Pour flour onto a large plate. Place eggs in a shallow bowl. Combine bread crumbs, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, black pepper, chili powder, and salt in another shallow bowl.
  • Coat imitation chicken strips in flour, dip into eggs, then dredge in bread crumb mixture, and place on a plate.
  • Heat an air fryer to 500 degrees F (260 degrees C).
  • Place a row of coated strips in the air fryer basket. Spray with a light coat of cooking spray.
  • Cook strips in the air fryer for 6 minutes. Open fryer to flip strips with tongs. Continue cooking until golden brown, 4 to 6 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 647.1 calories, Carbohydrate 86.5 g, Cholesterol 122.8 mg, Fat 5.6 g, Fiber 9.2 g, Protein 76.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 1171.5 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

AQ ARFAT QADRI
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I've tried a lot of vegetarian chicken recipes, and this one is by far the best.


Dream Novilee
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These tenders are a great way to get my kids to eat their vegetables.


RAJA AHSAN ALI
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! These tenders are a lifesaver on busy weeknights.


Rashidat Ololade Ololade
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Overall, I thought this recipe was pretty good. It's a great option for vegetarians who are looking for a healthy and delicious chicken substitute.


Anis Rahman
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These tenders were a bit too greasy for my taste. I think I'll try using less oil next time.


Platinee Nyuysever
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I was really impressed with how crispy these tenders were. They were just as good as the fried chicken I used to eat.


Sujon raj
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These tenders were perfect for my son's birthday party. They were a healthy and delicious option that all the kids loved.


Adil Bazau
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Megan Metts
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These tenders were a bit bland. I think I'll try adding some more seasoning next time.


Izat Dilkush Wazir
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I really enjoyed these tenders. They were a great alternative to chicken.


Zeeshsn hussain
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These tenders were a bit too spicy for my taste, but my husband loved them.


md sanal sek
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. I've used it to make tenders, nuggets, and even strips. They always turn out great.


Nestor Cordero
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These were so easy to make and they tasted amazing! I'll definitely be making them again.


Rana NISAR
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Overall, I thought this recipe was just okay. I've had better vegetarian chicken tenders.


Parrish Johnson
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The flavor was good, but the texture was a bit off. I think I overcooked them.


Muskan nawab
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These tenders were a bit too dry for my taste. I think I'll try adding some more oil next time.


mario campbell
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I've made this recipe a few times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. Even my meat-eating friends love it!


Masoom Khan
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Easy to make and delicious! I used this recipe for a party and everyone raved about them.


Bahamasqueen 76
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I was skeptical at first, but these vegetarian chicken tenders turned out great! My kids loved them and couldn't tell the difference.


Ayush. Das
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These air-fried vegetarian chicken tenders were a hit with my family! They were crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, just like the real thing. I will definitely be making these again.