Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders
Indulge in the delightful crunch of Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders, a dish that combines crispy, juicy chicken with a sweet and savory honey garlic glaze. Perfect for busy weeknights or unexpected guests, this recipe takes just under 30 minutes to prepare and cook. With the air fryer method, you’ll achieve that coveted crispy texture while using significantly less oil than traditional frying. These family-friendly chicken tenders are not only quick to make but also versatile enough to serve as a main course or an appetizer at gatherings. Once you try this recipe, it’s bound to become a staple in your kitchen!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken tenders
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, toss chicken tenders with olive oil and spices until evenly coated.
- Place seasoned tenders in the air fryer basket in a single layer and cook for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- While the chicken cooks, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant. Stir in honey, soy sauce, and lemon juice; simmer for 1–2 minutes.
- Once cooked, toss chicken tenders in the honey garlic sauce until well-coated.
- Serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tender (113g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 440mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 75mg