Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken tenders
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • Cooking spray

For the Honey Butter Garlic Sauce:

  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken:
    In a bowl, combine chicken tenders and buttermilk. Cover and marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes (or overnight for extra tenderness).
  2. Prepare the Breading:
    In a shallow bowl, mix flour, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Coat the Chicken:
    Remove chicken from buttermilk and dredge each tender in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to coat well.
  4. Air Fry:
    Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Lightly spray the basket with cooking spray. Place chicken tenders in a single layer (you may need to do this in batches).
    Air fry for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and cooked through.
  5. Make the Honey Butter Garlic Sauce:
    In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
    Stir in honey and soy sauce. Simmer for 2–3 minutes, then remove from heat.
  6. Toss & Serve:
    Once chicken tenders are done, toss them in the warm honey butter garlic sauce or drizzle on top.
    Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce or over rice!

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