Description
Prepare to indulge in a delightful flavor explosion with these Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders! Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and bursting with a sweet, savory, and garlicky punch – this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that will have your taste buds dancing. Whether you’re looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a family-friendly appetizer, these chicken tenders are the perfect solution.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken tenders
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
- Cooking spray
Instructions
1. In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, melted butter, minced garlic, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Set aside half of the mixture to use as a drizzle later.
2. Dip each chicken tender into the honey garlic mixture, ensuring an even coating. Then, roll the tenders in the breadcrumbs to create a crispy layer.
3. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Arrange the chicken tenders in a single layer and air fry for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and fully cooked.
4. Drizzle the reserved honey garlic sauce over the hot, crispy chicken tenders for an extra burst of flavor. Serve these Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders immediately, and get ready for some serious flavor fireworks!
Notes
To achieve the best results with your Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders, keep these tips in mind:
Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking and maximum crispiness.
Adjust the cooking time based on your specific air fryer model – some may require a bit more or less time.
For extra flavor, consider marinating the chicken tenders in the honey garlic mixture for 30 minutes to an hour before air frying.
Use panko breadcrumbs for an extra crispy coating, or regular breadcrumbs for a more classic texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg