Description
These Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders are crispy, juicy, and coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic glaze. Perfect for a quick, family-friendly dinner or snack.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken tenders
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a small bowl, mix honey, melted butter, and minced garlic.
- Season chicken tenders with paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Coat chicken in breadcrumbs and lightly spray with cooking spray.
- Place chicken tenders in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and cooked through.
- Brush chicken with honey butter garlic mixture before serving, or toss them lightly to coat.
Notes
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket for even cooking.
- For extra crispiness, use panko breadcrumbs.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 2 days and reheated in the air fryer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American