Description
Crispy air fryer honey butter garlic chicken tenders deliver a mouthwatering explosion of sweet and savory flavors that dance across your palate. Succulent chicken coated in golden, glossy glaze promises a quick, irresistible meal guaranteed to satisfy hungry diners seeking a delectable dinner solution.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound (450g) chicken tenders
- 3 large eggs
- 2 cups (60g) cornflakes, crushed
Seasoning:
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Cooking:
- Cooking spray (preferably avocado oil)
Instructions
- Configure the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for optimal cooking temperature.
- Transform cornflakes into delicate crumbs using a crushing technique in a shallow dish.
- Create a seasoned egg mixture by whisking eggs with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper until thoroughly blended.
- Submerge each chicken tender completely in the egg mixture, ensuring full coverage.
- Coat the egg-drenched chicken tenders with crushed cornflakes, gently pressing to secure the crumb layer.
- Arrange chicken tenders in a single, non-touching layer inside the air fryer basket, potentially cooking in multiple batches.
- Apply a light cooking spray mist to enhance the crispiness of the chicken tenders.
- Air fry for 10-12 minutes, rotating midway, until the exterior turns golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Simultaneously prepare the sauce by melting butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Infuse the butter with minced garlic, sautéing until aromatic for approximately one minute.
- Incorporate honey and soy sauce, allowing the mixture to simmer and slightly thicken for 2-3 minutes.
- Transfer perfectly cooked chicken tenders to a large mixing bowl.
- Generously drizzle the honey butter garlic sauce over the tenders, gently tossing to ensure complete coating.
- Plate immediately and optionally garnish with chopped green onions or sesame seeds for added texture and visual appeal.
Notes
- Crush cornflakes thoroughly for an extra crispy coating that locks in moisture and creates a crunchy texture.
- Ensure even coating by patting chicken tenders dry before dipping to help the egg mixture and crumbs adhere better.
- Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket to guarantee crispy, golden-brown chicken with even cooking.
- Adjust cooking time for different air fryer models, checking internal temperature to prevent dryness while ensuring full cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 399 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 447 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 166 mg