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Golden and crispy air fryer honey butter garlic chicken tenders served on a white plate, garnished with fresh parsley, displayed on a wooden table.

Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders: Crispy, Juicy, and Flavorful!


  • Author: Erin
  • Total Time: 22 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Crispy and flavorful air fryer chicken tenders coated in a delicious honey butter garlic sauce.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb chicken tenders
  • 4 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (optional for extra crispiness)

Instructions

  1. Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Season chicken tenders with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  3. In a bowl, mix melted butter, honey, and minced garlic.
  4. Coat chicken tenders with the honey butter mixture.
  5. Optional: Dredge in breadcrumbs for extra crunch.
  6. Place chicken in air fryer basket in a single layer.
  7. Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and cooked through.
  8. Serve warm with extra honey butter sauce if desired.

Notes

For an extra crispy texture, spray the chicken with a little cooking oil before air frying.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Air Fryer
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 portion
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: air fryer chicken, honey butter chicken, crispy tenders, easy dinner