If your air fryer requires preheating, preheat to 400°F.

In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder, set aside.

In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the eggs, water, and hot sauce until fully combined, set aside.

One at a time, place the tenders into the flour mixture and coat on all sides, shake off any excess.

Place the tender into the egg mixture until fully coated, let any excess egg drip off.

Lastly place it back into the flour mixture and pack the flour on the tender to form a crust. Shake off any excess.

Spray the air fryer basket with olive oil spray, place the tenders not touching into the basket, you may need to do this in batches.

Spray the tops well with more olive oil spray, you want to make sure there are no dry patches.

Air fry for 10 minutes, flipping halfway through. After flipping, spray with more olive oil spray.

Chicken tenders are ready when they are golden brown and the internal temperature reaches at least 165°F. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.