Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders
Amazing crispy chicken tenders without the oil! This air-fried recipe gives you a satisfying crunch paired with a sweet and garlicky glaze that your whole family will love.
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Mixing Bowl
- Spatula
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 500 g Chicken tenders pat dry
- 15 ml Olive oil spray for crisping
- 30 g Butter melted for glaze
- 30 ml Honey for glaze
- 2 cloves Garlic minced
- 5 g Paprika for seasoning
- to taste Salt for seasoning
- to taste Pepper for seasoning
- optional Parsley for garnish
- optional Red pepper flakes for added heat
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 200°C (400°F) for about 3–5 minutes.
- Pat the chicken tenders dry, season generously with salt, pepper, and paprika. Lightly toss with oil spray.
- Arrange the tenders in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Avoid overcrowding.
- Air fry for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the internal temperature reaches 74°C (165°F).
- While cooking, whisk together melted butter, garlic, and honey to make the glaze.
- In the last 1–2 minutes of cooking, brush the glaze onto the tenders for a sticky finish.
- Drizzle or toss the hot tenders with the remaining glaze before serving.
Notes
Tip: Make sure the chicken is dry before cooking to ensure maximum crispiness. Cook in batches if necessary.