Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders Recipe
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders Recipe. These crispy, golden-brown tenders are coated with a luscious honey garlic glaze that combines sweetness and savory goodness, making them the perfect meal for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting game day festivities, preparing a quick weeknight dinner, or serving snacks at a casual gathering, these chicken tenders will impress everyone at the table. Plus, thanks to the air fryer method, they are healthier than traditional fried options without sacrificing taste or texture. Enjoy them alone or paired with your favorite dipping sauces for an irresistible culinary experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately four people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken tenders
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, melted butter, minced garlic, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Reserve half for drizzling later.
- Coat each chicken tender in the honey garlic mixture and roll them in breadcrumbs until fully covered.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Lightly spray the basket with cooking spray.
- Arrange chicken tenders in a single layer and air fry for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway through for even cooking.
- Drizzle reserved sauce over cooked tenders and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 chicken tenders (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg