Crispy, juicy chicken tenders coated in a rich honey butter garlic sauce—perfect for an easy and flavorful meal!
Ingredients:
1 lb chicken tenders
⅓ cup honey
4 tbsp butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
¼ tsp paprika
¼ tsp dried thyme
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Sauce:
In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
Stir in honey, salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme, and cook for 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
2. Preheat the Air Fryer:
Set the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and let it preheat for a few minutes.
3. Coat the Chicken:
Dip each chicken tender into the honey butter garlic sauce, ensuring an even coating.
4. Air Fry the Tenders:
Arrange chicken tenders in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
Cook at 400°F (200°C) for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
5. Serve & Enjoy:
Drizzle with extra sauce if desired and serve hot!
Pair with rice, roasted veggies, or a fresh salad.
Cooking Times:
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 27 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: ~320 kcal per serving