Description
These honey garlic butter chicken tenders are an easy, quick, and flavorful dish that will satisfy the whole family. Coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic butter sauce, these tenders cook to perfection in the air fryer, giving you crispy, golden chicken with minimal effort. Whether you’re looking for a weeknight dinner or a dish to impress guests, these tenders deliver irresistible flavor with every bite.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken tenders
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 tbsp honey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried thyme (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- In a small bowl, melt the butter and whisk in honey, minced garlic, paprika, salt, pepper, and thyme until well combined.
- Dip each chicken tender into the honey butter garlic mixture, ensuring each piece is fully coated.
- Place the coated chicken tenders in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Cook the chicken tenders in the air fryer for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and crispy on the outside.
- Once done, remove the chicken tenders and drizzle with any leftover honey butter garlic sauce. Serve immediately.
Notes
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Be sure to coat the chicken tenders evenly in the honey garlic butter sauce for the best flavor.
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Preheating the air fryer is key to achieving crispy, tender results.
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Feel free to customize the seasoning or add herbs to the sauce based on your personal preferences.
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For a healthier option, you can omit the breading or use gluten-free breadcrumbs.
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Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the air fryer for best results.