Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders
Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders are the ultimate quick and delicious meal that everyone will love. Perfectly crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, these tenders are coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic glaze that elevates their flavor to new heights. Whether you’re preparing dinner for a busy weeknight or hosting friends for the weekend, this recipe is versatile enough to suit any occasion. With minimal oil thanks to the air fryer, you can enjoy a healthier version of chicken tenders without sacrificing taste. Get ready to impress your family with this easy-to-make dish that will quickly become a staple in your meal rotation.
- 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
Scale
- 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 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix chicken tenders with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3-5 minutes.
- Arrange the seasoned chicken tenders in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add honey and lemon juice; simmer for 1-2 minutes.
- Toss cooked chicken tenders in the honey garlic sauce until well coated.
- Serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 pieces (120g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg