Description
This Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders recipe offers a deliciously crispy, golden brown chicken dish infused with the perfect blend of sweet honey, savory garlic, and rich butter. Quick and easy to prepare, these tenders are cooked to juicy perfection using an air fryer, making them a healthier and flavorful choice for a family-friendly meal or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 1 lb chicken tenders
Sauce
- 4 tablespoons butter, melted
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s hot enough to cook the chicken tenders evenly and give them a crispy outside.
- Prepare the Honey Butter Garlic Sauce: In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, honey, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. This mixture will infuse the tenders with a rich, sweet, and garlicky flavor.
- Dry the Chicken Tenders: Use a paper towel to pat the chicken tenders dry. Removing excess moisture is key to achieving a crispy exterior when air frying.
- Coat the Chicken: Lightly brush or toss the chicken tenders with half of the prepared honey butter garlic sauce to evenly coat them for flavor and moisture.
- Arrange in Air Fryer: Place the tenders in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure they don’t overlap so they cook evenly.
- Air Fry the Chicken: Cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping the tenders halfway through the cooking process to ensure both sides get golden brown and the chicken is fully cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Toss with Remaining Sauce: Remove the cooked chicken tenders from the air fryer and immediately toss them with the remaining honey butter garlic mixture to enhance flavor and add a glossy finish.
- Serve Warm: Plate the tenders and enjoy them hot for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- Ensure chicken tenders are patted dry well to get a crispy crust.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to allow proper air circulation for even cooking.
- Use a meat thermometer to check doneness; chicken should reach 165°F (75°C).
- For extra crispiness, consider a light coating of cooking spray on the tenders before air frying.
- This recipe can be doubled but cook in batches to maintain crispiness.
