Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders
These Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders are crispy, juicy, and bursting with flavor! Coated in a sweet and savory honey butter garlic sauce, they make for a delicious meal or snack that’s quick and easy to prepare.
- Total Time: 30
- Yield: 4 1x
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Chicken Tenders:
- 1 lb chicken tenders (about 8–10 pieces)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
- For the Honey Butter Garlic Sauce:
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup honey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Pat the chicken tenders dry with paper towels. This helps the coating stick better.
- Set Up Breading Station:
- In a shallow bowl, mix the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- In another bowl, whisk the eggs until well combined.
- In a third bowl, place the breadcrumbs.
- Bread the Chicken:
- Dip each chicken tender into the flour mixture, shaking off excess.
- Next, dip it into the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off.
- Finally, coat the chicken in breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere. Set aside on a plate.
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Air Fry the Chicken:
- Arrange the breaded chicken tenders in a single layer in the air fryer basket. You may need to cook them in batches to avoid overcrowding.
- Spray the chicken tenders lightly with cooking spray to help them crisp up.
- Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C).
- Make the Honey Butter Garlic Sauce:
- While the chicken is cooking, melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant (be careful not to burn it).
- Stir in the honey, salt, and pepper, mixing until well combined. Remove from heat.
- Coat the Chicken: Once the chicken tenders are done cooking, transfer them to a large bowl. Pour the honey butter garlic sauce over the chicken and toss to coat evenly.
- Serve: Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve immediately. Enjoy your delicious Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders!
Notes
- Additional Tips: Feel free to adjust the amount of garlic and honey in the sauce to suit your taste. You can also add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a spicy kick!
- Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer or oven for best results.
- Freezer-Friendly: You can freeze the breaded chicken tenders before cooking. Just place them in a single layer on a baking sheet to freeze, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag. Cook from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the cooking time.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Main Dish, Snack
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders
