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Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders

Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders in 15 Minutes

Delicious Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders made quickly in just 15 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 tenders
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Tenders The star of the dish.
For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Butter Can be substituted with a dairy-free alternative.
  • 1/4 cup Honey Provides natural sweetness.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced for best aroma.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Adjust based on dietary needs.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly cracked preferred.

Equipment

  • Air fryer

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3-5 minutes.
  2. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together melted butter, honey, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
  3. Pat the chicken tenders dry using a paper towel.
  4. Brush or toss the chicken tenders in half of the honey butter garlic mixture.
  5. Place the chicken tenders in the preheated air fryer basket and cook for 8-10 minutes.
  6. Once cooked, toss them in the remaining honey butter garlic sauce.
  7. Serve the freshly coated chicken tenders warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tenderCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 28gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 450mgSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure not to overcrowd the air fryer for optimal crispiness. Store leftovers properly.

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