Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders
Crispy chicken tenders elevated with a sweet and savory honey garlic twist, made effortlessly in an air fryer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Poultry
Ingredients
- 1 lb Chicken tenders
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup Honey
- 1/2 tsp Black pepper
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 1 tsp Salt
- Cooking spray
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp Butter, unsalted
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix the honey, minced garlic, black pepper, paprika, and salt until well combined.
- Coat each chicken tender in the honey garlic mixture thoroughly, letting the flavors absorb.
- Dip each tender into the breadcrumbs, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Spray the air fryer basket with some cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Place the coated chicken tenders in the basket in a single layer—don’t overcrowd them.
- Cook for about 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are crispy and cooked through.
- Melt the butter in a small saucepan or microwave while the chicken is cooking.
- Drizzle the melted butter on top of the chicken before serving.
Notes
For extra crispiness, consider double-coating the chicken in the marinade and breadcrumbs. Adjust cooking times for different cuts of chicken.