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Air Fried Chicken Tender Salad with Honey Mustard (Easy & Healthy)

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This Air Fried Chicken Tender Salad with Honey Mustard is a quick, healthy, and satisfying meal with crispy air-fried chicken, fresh veggies, and a creamy, tangy homemade dressing. It’s light, flavorful, and perfect for lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

  • Chicken tenders
  • Olive oil spray
  • Seasoned breadcrumbs or panko
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Mixed greens (romaine, spinach, or spring mix)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cucumber, sliced
  • 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar

Instructions

  1. Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Lightly coat chicken tenders with olive oil spray and season with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Dredge in breadcrumbs or panko.
  3. Place tenders in air fryer basket in a single layer and cook for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and fully cooked.
  4. Meanwhile, prepare salad base by mixing greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and shredded carrots in a large bowl.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt), and apple cider vinegar until smooth.
  6. Slice the cooked chicken tenders and place on top of the salad.
  7. Drizzle with honey mustard dressing and top with shredded cheese if desired.

Notes

  • Use grilled chicken or skip breadcrumbs for a lighter or low-carb version.
  • Add avocado, roasted chickpeas, or mix hot sauce into the dressing for variation.
  • Store chicken separately from salad to keep it crispy when storing leftovers.
  • Reheat chicken in the air fryer at 375°F (190°C) for 3–5 minutes.
  • Dressing can be made ahead and kept in the fridge for up to a week.

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