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Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders

Crispy Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders Recipe

Try these Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders for a quick and delicious family meal!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 tenders
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Tenders
  • 1 pound Chicken Tenders Fresh tenders ensure optimum crispiness and flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances overall taste; adjust to your preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adds a mild kick; cayenne can amp up the heat if desired.
For the Coating
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Offers an unbeatable crunch; regular breadcrumbs or crushed cornflakes can work as substitutes.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Provides color and a hint of flavor; consider smoked paprika for a richer taste.
For the Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Gives a rich finish and helps the sauce adhere; use unsalted for more control over saltiness.
  • 3 tablespoons Honey Sweetens the sauce beautifully; feel free to add more for extra sweetness.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Infuses the tenders with aromatic flavor; garlic powder is a suitable substitute if fresh isn’t on hand.

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by patting the chicken tenders dry with paper towels, ensuring they are moisture-free.
  2. In a shallow bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs with salt, black pepper, and paprika. Stir the mixture well until evenly distributed.
  3. Press each chicken tender into the breadcrumb mixture, covering all sides thoroughly.
  4. Place the coated chicken tenders in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Preheat your air fryer to 375°F.
  5. Cook the chicken tenders in the air fryer for 10 minutes, flipping halfway through cooking.
  6. Melt the butter in a bowl and whisk in the honey and minced garlic. Set the sauce aside.
  7. When the chicken tenders have just 2 minutes left, gently brush the honey garlic sauce over each piece.
  8. Check that the internal temperature of the chicken tenders has reached 165°F.
  9. Carefully remove the chicken tenders from the basket and serve warm with your choice of sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tenderCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 21gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For maximum crunch, stick with panko breadcrumbs and ensure tenders are dry before coating.

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