Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders
Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders
Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and coated in a buttery honey garlic glaze — these chicken tenders are a weeknight winner! 💛
💛 Why You’ll Love Them
✅ Easy 20-minute air fryer meal
✅ Sweet, savory & garlicky flavor combo
✅ Family-approved comfort food
✅ Perfect for meal prep or party platters
🧄 Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 500g chicken tenders (or chicken breast cut into strips)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp paprika
For the Honey Butter Garlic Sauce:
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp honey 🍯
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp soy sauce (optional for depth)
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Prep the chicken
- Toss chicken tenders with olive oil and seasonings until well coated.
2️⃣ Air Fry
- Preheat air fryer to 190°C (375°F).
- Arrange tenders in a single layer.
- Cook 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and cooked through.
3️⃣ Make the sauce
- In a small saucepan, melt butter over low heat.
- Stir in garlic, honey, and soy sauce. Cook until slightly thickened (about 2 minutes).
4️⃣ Coat & serve
- Toss the cooked chicken in the sauce until evenly coated.
- Garnish with thyme or parsley (optional) 🌿
✨ Tips
💡 Add a sprinkle of chili flakes for a spicy kick!
💡 Serve with rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted veggies.
💡 Double the sauce if you want it extra sticky and glossy.
