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Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders

Crispy Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders Delight

Enjoy these Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders, a quick and satisfying dinner option with a delicious glaze.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 tenders
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Chicken Tenders Fresh tenders provide the best texture; frozen may work but will require longer cooking times.
For the Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Melted; substitute with margarine for a dairy-free option.
  • 3 tablespoons Honey Can swap for maple syrup for a unique flavor.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced; fresh garlic gives the best taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste or use a salt substitute for less sodium.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper White pepper can be used if you prefer a subtler spice.
For Serving
  • 1 cup Dipping Sauce Serve with ranch or ketchup.

Equipment

  • air fryer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and heat for about 5 minutes.
  2. In a small mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, honey, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until well blended.
  3. Pat the chicken tenders dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
  4. Brush or toss the chicken tenders with half of the honey butter garlic mixture.
  5. Arrange the coated chicken tenders in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
  6. Air fry the chicken tenders for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
  7. Toss the cooked chicken tenders with the remaining honey butter garlic sauce.
  8. Serve warm with a side of your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 4tendersCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Pat dry chicken tenders before coating and avoid overcrowding in the air fryer for best results.

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