Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders
Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders are the perfect blend of crispy and tender, making them an irresistible choice for any meal. This quick recipe transforms juicy chicken tenders into a delightful dish, coated in a luscious honey garlic glaze that strikes the ideal balance between sweet and savory. In under 30 minutes, you can whip up these family-friendly tenders, making them great for busy weeknights or gatherings with friends. Enjoy them as a main course or as a tasty appetizer; either way, they’re sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken tenders
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Toss chicken tenders with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3–5 minutes.
- Air fry seasoned chicken in a single layer for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown.
- Meanwhile, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat; sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Stir in honey, soy sauce, and lemon juice; simmer for 1–2 minutes.
- Toss cooked chicken tenders in the honey garlic sauce until fully coated.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg