Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders
Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders are a deliciously crispy and juicy treat that takes just 30 minutes to prepare. With a perfect balance of sweet honey and savory garlic, these tenders are an irresistible addition to any meal. Made healthier in the air fryer, they deliver a satisfying crunch without the excess oil of traditional frying methods. Whether you’re hosting a family dinner or enjoying a cozy night in, these chicken tenders will surely impress everyone at the table. Serve them as an appetizer or main dish, and watch as they quickly become a favorite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken tenders
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves minced garlic
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 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)
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, combine chicken tenders with olive oil and seasonings: garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Air fry the seasoned chicken for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway until golden brown and cooked through.
- Meanwhile, prepare the sauce by melting butter in a saucepan over medium heat; add minced garlic and cook until fragrant. Stir in honey, soy sauce, and lemon juice; simmer for 1–2 minutes.
- Toss cooked chicken tenders in the honey garlic butter sauce to coat evenly.
- Serve immediately with optional garnishes like chopped parsley or green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 80mg