Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders
If you’re in search of a quick and delicious meal that satisfies both kids and adults, look no further than these Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders. In just under 30 minutes, you can enjoy tender, juicy chicken coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights or casual get-togethers, and its versatility allows it to shine as a main course or appetizer. Pair it with rice or veggies, and you have a delightful meal that’s sure to become a household favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: Makes about 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 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 in olive oil with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 3–5 minutes.
- Place seasoned tenders in the air fryer basket in a single layer; cook for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Meanwhile, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat; sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Stir in honey, soy sauce, and lemon juice; simmer briefly.
- Once chicken is cooked through and golden brown, toss in the honey garlic sauce until fully coated.
- Serve immediately—garnish with parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 tenders (150g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 100mg