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Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders

Crispy Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders Made Easy

Enjoy these Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders, a quick and comforting meal that's perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 tenders
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Tenders
  • 1 lb chicken tenders Make sure they’re dry for better coating adherence.
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter Swap for olive oil for a lighter option.
  • 2 tablespoons honey Adjust based on your taste preferences.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Garlic powder works if you’re in a pinch.
For the Coating
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs Use panko for maximum crispiness or crushed cornflakes for gluten-free.
  • ½ teaspoon salt Adjust according to dietary needs.
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper Increase for more kick.
  • ¼ teaspoon paprika Optional but recommended for extra zest.

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 5 minutes until it reaches the desired temperature.
  2. Combine the breadcrumbs with salt, pepper, and paprika in a medium bowl, and mix well.
  3. Pat the chicken tenders dry, then coat each thoroughly in the breadcrumb mixture.
  4. Place the coated chicken tenders in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  5. Cook the chicken tenders in the air fryer for a total of 10 minutes, flipping them halfway.
  6. Whisk together the melted butter, honey, and minced garlic in a separate bowl.
  7. Brush the tenders with the honey butter garlic sauce when there are about 2 minutes left of cooking time.
  8. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to allow the sauce to caramelize and meld with the coating.
  9. Carefully remove the tenders from the air fryer and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tenderCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders are best served warm with a side of crispy air fryer fries or a fresh salad.

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