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Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders

Crispy Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders Kids Love

Make juicy, crispy Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders in under 30 minutes, a guaranteed hit with kids and adults alike.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 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 ensures best texture and flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Melted Butter Adds richness.
  • 1/4 cup Honey Adjust quantity to taste.
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced) Fresh infuses aromatic flavor.
For the Coating
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Panko works best for extra crunch.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to your liking.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Adds subtle smokiness.

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a shallow bowl, combine breadcrumbs, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
  3. Pat the chicken tenders dry and coat them in the breadcrumb mixture.
  4. Arrange the coated chicken tenders in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
  5. Cook for 10 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  6. Whisk melted butter, honey, and minced garlic in a small bowl.
  7. Brush the honey garlic sauce over the chicken tenders and return to air fryer for 2 minutes.
  8. Serve the chicken tenders while warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tenderCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Use gluten-free breadcrumbs for a gluten-free option. Enjoy with ranch dressing mixed with hot sauce for dipping.

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