Description
Deliciously crispy and flavorful Air Fryer Honey Garlic Chicken Tenders infused with a sweet and savory marinade. Perfectly quick to prepare, these chicken tenders are coated with cornstarch and air fried to golden perfection, making them a healthier and tastier alternative to traditional fried chicken. Ideal for a quick dinner or a delightful snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 1 pound chicken tenders
Marinade
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Coating
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, olive oil, grated ginger, black pepper, and salt until well combined to create a flavorful marinade.
- Marinate the chicken: Add the chicken tenders to the bowl and toss them thoroughly in the marinade to coat evenly. Cover and let them marinate for 30 minutes to absorb all the flavors.
- Preheat the air fryer: Set your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and allow it to preheat while the chicken marinates, ensuring optimal cooking temperature.
- Coat the chicken: After marinating, toss each chicken tender with cornstarch, ensuring each piece is lightly and evenly coated. This step helps achieve a crispy exterior when cooked.
- Arrange in air fryer basket: Place the coated chicken tenders in a single layer inside the air fryer basket to allow even airflow and cooking.
- Air fry the chicken: Cook the tenders at 400°F (200°C) for 10-12 minutes, turning them halfway through the cooking time to ensure they are cooked through and have a crispy texture on all sides.
- Serve: Remove the chicken tenders from the air fryer and serve them hot. Optionally, drizzle extra honey garlic sauce over the top for extra flavor.
Notes
- Marinating the chicken for at least 30 minutes is essential to infuse the flavors thoroughly.
- Make sure not to overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking and crispiness.
- You can adjust the sweetness by adding more or less honey according to your taste preference.
- For a gluten-free version, use tamari or a gluten-free soy sauce alternative.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the air fryer to preserve crispiness.
