Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders Recipe
These Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders are crispy on the outside, juicy and tender on the inside, and coated with a flavorful mix of honey, garlic, and butter. This easy-to-make recipe uses an air fryer to deliver perfectly cooked chicken tenders with a sweet and savory glaze, ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or a satisfying snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Coating
- 1 lb chicken tenders
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
- Cooking spray
Honey Garlic Butter Sauce
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Honey Garlic Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together honey, melted butter, minced garlic, paprika, salt, and black pepper until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Coat the Chicken Tenders: Add the chicken tenders to the bowl with the honey garlic mixture and toss them thoroughly to ensure each tender is evenly coated with the flavorful sauce.
- Bread the Chicken: Spread the breadcrumbs out on a separate plate. Dredge each coated chicken tender in the breadcrumbs, pressing gently to fully coat each piece.
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (193°C) and lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Air Fry the Chicken: Arrange the breaded chicken tenders in a single layer inside the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not overlapping for even cooking. Air fry for 10 to 12 minutes, flipping the tenders halfway through the cook time, until they are cooked through and golden brown.
- Rest and Serve: Carefully remove the chicken tenders from the air fryer and let them rest for a few minutes to allow the juices to settle before serving.
Notes
- Make sure not to overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking and crispiness.
- For extra crispiness, use panko breadcrumbs instead of regular breadcrumbs.
- You can adjust the amount of garlic and honey to taste for a sweeter or more garlicky flavor.
- Serve with a dipping sauce like ranch or extra honey for added flavor.
- Check doneness with a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Keywords: Air Fryer Chicken Tenders, Honey Butter Chicken, Garlic Chicken Tenders, Crispy Chicken, Easy Air Fryer Recipes
