Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders
Looking for a quick and delightful meal that the whole family will love? These Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders are your answer! In just under 30 minutes, you can whip up a dish that’s crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and drizzled with a mouthwatering honey garlic glaze. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, these tenders combine comforting flavors with a healthier cooking method. The air fryer gives them that irresistible crunch without excessive oil. Once you try these chicken tenders, they’ll become a staple in your meal rotation!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately four people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Fusion
Ingredients
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- 1 lb chicken tenders (boneless, skinless)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 3–5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, toss chicken tenders with olive oil and seasonings (garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and optional crushed red pepper flakes).
- Place seasoned chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Meanwhile, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds. Stir in honey, soy sauce, and lemon juice; let simmer for 1–2 minutes.
- Toss cooked chicken tenders in the honey garlic sauce until fully coated.
- Serve immediately with optional garnishes like parsley or sesame seeds.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg