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Honey Chicken Tenders in the Air Fryer

Honey Chicken Tenders in the Air Fryer

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Indulge in the irresistible taste of Honey Chicken Tenders in the Air Fryer, a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors. These juicy chicken tenders are marinated in a delicious honey garlic sauce and cooked to golden perfection for a crispy exterior and tender inside. Ideal as a main dish or appetizer, they are quick to prepare and sure to impress at any gathering or weeknight dinner.

  • Total Time: 42 minutes
  • Yield: Serves about 4 people 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound chicken tenders
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 cup panko bread crumbs
  • ⅓ cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • Cooking spray

Instructions

  1. Marinate chicken: In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and ground ginger. Add chicken tenders and toss to coat. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Prepare for breading: Set up three shallow dishes with flour (mixed with salt, pepper, and garlic powder), beaten egg, and panko bread crumbs.
  3. Bread the chicken: Remove each tender from marinade, dredge in flour, dip in egg, then coat with panko.
  4. Preheat air fryer: Set to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
  5. Cook the chicken: Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Place tenders in a single layer, lightly spray tops again. Cook for 10-12 minutes until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  6. Serve hot: Drizzle with remaining honey sauce if desired and enjoy!
  • Author: Tisha
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 chicken tenders (120g)
  • Calories: 330
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 39g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg