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Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders

Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders are the perfect blend of sweet and savory, offering tender chicken strips coated in a delectable honey garlic glaze. Air frying ensures they stay crispy on the outside while remaining juicy inside, making them an ideal choice for family dinners or cozy evenings at home. Pair these tenders with your favorite dipping sauce or enjoy them as is for a satisfying meal that will quickly become a household favorite.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Slice chicken breasts into tender-sized strips and pat dry.
  3. In one bowl, mix flour, paprika, salt, and pepper. In another bowl, crush garlic into a paste. In a third bowl, melt half of the butter with honey until combined.
  4. Dip each chicken strip first in the flour mixture, then in the garlic paste, and back into the flour for an extra crispy coating.
  5. Arrange tenders in a single layer in the air fryer basket, lightly spray with oil, and cook for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Drizzle hot tenders with honey butter garlic sauce before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 3tenders (150g)Calories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 22gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 540mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6g

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