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Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders

Deliciously golden chicken tenders coated in a sticky-sweet honey butter garlic sauce, perfect for quick weeknight dinners or meal prep.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

Chicken

  • 1 lb chicken tenders (boneless, skinless) The star of our show! Chicken tenders are lean and high in protein.

Seasoning

  • 1 tbsp olive oil To keep the chicken moist and aid in crispy texture.
  • ½ tsp garlic powder Essential for robust flavor.
  • ½ tsp onion powder Adds savory goodness.
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika For depth of flavor.
  • ½ tsp salt Crucial for balancing flavors.
  • ¼ tsp black pepper For a little kick.
  • ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes Optional for added spice.

Sauce

  • ¼ cup unsalted butter Brings richness to the sauce.
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic is essential for flavor.
  • ¼ cup honey Adds sweetness and caramelization.
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce Provides savory umami.
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice Adds acidity to balance richness.
  • Chopped parsley For garnish, optional.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • In a large bowl, toss chicken tenders with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
  • Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3-5 minutes.

Cooking

  • Place seasoned tenders in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  • While chicken is cooking, melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.
  • Add minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté for 30 seconds.
  • Stir in honey, soy sauce, and lemon juice, then let it simmer for 1-2 minutes until thickened.
  • Once the chicken is cooked, toss them in the honey garlic butter sauce until fully coated.

Serving

  • Plate and garnish with chopped parsley. Serve with sides like rice, veggies, or salad.

Notes

For the best results, ensure even chicken thickness and don’t overcrowd the air fryer. Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the air fryer for best texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 27gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgSugar: 10g
Keyword air fryer recipe, Chicken Tenders, Comfort Food, honey garlic sauce, Meal Prep
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