Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders
Looking for a delicious and easy dinner option that the whole family will love? These Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders are the perfect choice!
Ingredients:
- 1 lb chicken tenders
- 1/4 cup honey
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp paprika
- Cooking spray
Instructions:
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F.
- In a small bowl, mix together the honey, garlic, butter, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Dip each chicken tender into the honey butter mixture, making sure to coat evenly.
- Place the coated chicken tenders in the air fryer basket in a single layer, making sure not to overlap.
- Cook the chicken tenders in the air fryer for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Information:
Serving Size: 4 chicken tenders
Calories: 280
Total Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 90mg
Sodium: 350mg
Carbohydrates: 17g
Fiber: 0g
Sugar: 16g
Protein: 29g
Popular questions:
- Q: Can I use chicken breast instead of chicken tenders?
- Q: Can I use olive oil instead of butter?
- Q: Can I add more spices for extra flavor?
A: Yes, you can use chicken breast cut into strips instead of chicken tenders for this recipe.
A: Yes, you can use olive oil as a substitute for butter in this recipe.
A: Feel free to experiment with additional spices like cayenne pepper or cumin to customize the flavor to your liking.
Helpful tips:
- For a crispy coating, consider adding breadcrumbs or crushed cornflakes to the honey butter mixture.
- Marinate the chicken tenders in the honey butter mixture for a few hours before air frying for enhanced flavor.
Expert Secrets:
- To prevent the chicken tenders from sticking to the air fryer basket, lightly spray with cooking spray before placing them in.
- For a richer flavor, add a splash of soy sauce or Worcestershire sauce to the honey butter mixture.