Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders
Tender, crispy chicken tenders coated in a sweet honey garlic glaze, cooked to golden perfection in the air fryer, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Chicken Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken tenders Use boneless tenders for best results.
Honey Garlic Glaze
- ¼ cup honey Natural honey works best.
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted Ensure butter is melted for even mixing.
- 3 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic enhances the flavor.
- 1 tsp paprika Can use smoked paprika for a twist.
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Breading Ingredients
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular) Panko breadcrumbs provide extra crunch.
- to taste cooking spray For spraying the air fryer basket.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, mix together honey, melted butter, minced garlic, paprika, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Add chicken tenders to the bowl and coat them evenly with the honey garlic mixture.
- In a separate plate, spread the breadcrumbs.
- Dredge each chicken tender in the breadcrumbs, ensuring they are fully coated.
Cooking
- Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (193°C) and spray the basket with cooking spray.
- Place the breaded chicken tenders in the air fryer basket in a single layer, avoiding overlap.
- Air fry for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown.
- Remove from the air fryer and let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
These tenders can be served with fries, salad, or dips like ranch or honey mustard. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze for up to 2 months.