Air-Fried Pretzel Chicken Tenders with Ranch Dressing

Instructions

• 1

  Place the pretzels in a food processor bowl and process to form coarse crumbs. Transfer to a shallow dish.

  Tip: They can also be ground using a mortar and pestle.
• 2

  Combine the flour and salt in a shallow dish. Whisk the eggs in a separate dish.

• 3

  Working with one piece at a time, place the chicken in the flour and toss to coat. Dip in the eggs then coat in the crumbs. Place the chicken in a single layer, in the air fry basket.

• 4

  Insert the oven rack into position 3 Down. Place the roasting pan on the rack to catch any drips during cooking. Set the oven to Air Fry, Super Convection, 445°F, for 13 minutes and press Start to preheat. Meanwhile, continue to the next step.

• 5

  Generously spray both sides of the chicken with the cooking spray.

• 6

  Once preheated, place the basket into position 1 and air fry for 13 minutes. When the oven signals, turn the chicken and continue cooking. Meanwhile, make the dressing.

• 7

  To make the ranch dressing, place the mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar, mustard, salt and garlic in a bowl and whisk until smooth. Add the herbs and whisk to combine.

• 8

  The chicken should be golden and crisp and read a minimum of 165°F when tested with a meat thermometer. If not, press A Bit More.

  Tip: It may need a little more or a little less extra cooking time, best to keep an eye on it.
• 9

  Serve the pretzel chicken tenders with the ranch dressing.