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Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Tenders
Anousha Zain

Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken

Air Fryer Honey Butter Garlic Chicken is a juicy, flavorful chicken dish coated in a rich honey butter garlic glaze with perfectly caramelized edges. The air fryer creates tender chicken with a lightly crisp exterior while keeping the inside moist. It's an easy weeknight dinner that pairs wonderfully with rice, mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad. Ready in under 30 minutes, this recipe is both family-friendly and packed with sweet, savory, and garlicky flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Total Time 26 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 365
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • Cooking spray
  • Fresh chopped parsley for garnish

Method
 

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C).
  2. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
  3. In a bowl combine melted butter, honey, garlic, soy sauce, paprika, Italian seasoning, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Coat the chicken evenly with the honey butter garlic mixture.
  5. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray.
  6. Arrange the chicken in a single layer without overlapping.
  7. Air fry for 8 minutes.
  8. Flip the chicken and brush with any remaining glaze.
  9. Cook for another 7–8 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  10. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  11. Garnish with chopped parsley and drizzle with extra pan juices if desired.

Notes

  • Chicken thighs stay juicier than chicken breasts.
  • Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket.
  • Use fresh garlic for the best flavor.
  • Brush extra glaze on during the final few minutes for a richer coating.
  • Adjust the honey to make the glaze sweeter if preferred.
  • Cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of the chicken.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat in the air fryer for 3–4 minutes to maintain crispness.

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