Description
Crispy and flavorful Air Fryer Honey BBQ Chicken Tenders marinated in a sweet honey and tangy BBQ sauce, coated with seasoned breadcrumbs, and cooked to golden perfection. A quick and easy 27-minute recipe perfect for a delicious weeknight dinner or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Tenders
- 1 pound chicken tenders
Honey BBQ Sauce
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
Breading
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it is hot enough for cooking the chicken tenders evenly and achieving a crispy exterior.
- Prepare the Honey BBQ Mixture: In a medium-sized bowl, combine the honey and BBQ sauce, mixing well to create a smooth, sweet, and tangy coating for the chicken tenders.
- Make the Breadcrumb Coating: In another bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well combined. This seasoned breadcrumb mixture will add flavor and crunch.
- Coat the Chicken Tenders: Dip each chicken tender first into the honey BBQ mixture, ensuring it is fully coated, then dredge it in the breadcrumb mixture pressing lightly so the coating adheres well to the surface.
- Arrange in Air Fryer Basket: Place the coated chicken tenders in a single layer inside the air fryer basket, making sure not to overcrowd to allow for proper air circulation and even cooking.
- Cook the Chicken Tenders: Air fry the chicken tenders at 400°F (200°C) for 10-12 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time to ensure even browning and that the chicken is cooked through and golden brown.
Notes
- Make sure to flip the chicken tenders halfway through cooking to get an even crispy crust on both sides.
- For extra crispiness, you can lightly spray the coated chicken tenders with cooking oil before air frying.
- Serve with extra BBQ sauce or your favorite dipping sauce for added flavor.
- Ensure your air fryer basket is not overcrowded, as this can prevent proper cooking and crispiness.
- If you want a gluten-free version, substitute the breadcrumbs with gluten-free breadcrumbs.
