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Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Recipe: Irresistibly Easy

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This Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders recipe is a perfect blend of crispy chicken and a sweet, savory glaze. Quick and easy to prepare, it’s an ideal choice among Air Fryer Chicken Recipes for a tasty dinner or snack.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb chicken tenders
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter melted
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
  • Cooking spray

Instructions

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F 200°C.
  2. Whisk together honey melted butter minced garlic paprika salt and pepper and set aside half for drizzle.
  3. Dip each chicken tender in the honey garlic mixture and roll in breadcrumbs to coat.
  4. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray and arrange tenders in a single layer.
  5. Air fry tenders for 10–12 minutes flipping halfway until golden brown and cooked through.
  6. Drizzle reserved sauce over cooked tenders and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Variations: Add chili flakes for a spicier kick or substitute gluten-free breadcrumbs for a gluten-free option
  • Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days
  • Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for 4-5 minutes
  • Freezing: After cooking freeze tenders for up to 2 months
  • Reheat in the air fryer when ready to serve