Air Fryer Hot Honey Chicken Tenders Recipe
These Air Fryer Hot Honey Chicken Tenders are crispy and perfectly seasoned chicken strips coated in a crunchy cornflake crust, air fried to golden perfection, and finished with a drizzle of sweet and spicy hot honey for an irresistible treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Chicken and Coating
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into tenders
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons milk
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 3 cups cornflakes, crushed into small pieces (not too fine)
For Cooking and Serving
- Cooking spray or oil (for air fryer basket)
- Store-bought hot honey (for drizzling and dipping)
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray to prevent sticking and help achieve a crispy crust.
- Prepare the Egg Mixture: In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and onion powder until fully combined to create a flavorful coating for the chicken.
- Coat the Chicken: Dip each chicken tender into the egg mixture, ensuring it is fully coated. Then roll it in the crushed cornflakes, pressing gently so the coating adheres evenly. Place the coated tenders in the sprayed air fryer basket in a single layer without overcrowding.
- Air Fry the Chicken Tenders: Cook the chicken tenders in the air fryer for 12-15 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time to ensure even crisping. The tenders should turn golden brown and reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) when done.
- Serve with Hot Honey: Remove the tenders from the air fryer and drizzle generously with store-bought hot honey, or serve the honey on the side as a dipping sauce for a sweet and spicy finish.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, spray the coated tenders lightly with cooking spray before air frying.
- You can substitute cornflakes with panko breadcrumbs for a different crunchy texture.
- Adjust the amount of hot honey to taste based on how spicy or sweet you prefer your dish.
- If baking instead of air frying, bake at 400°F (200°C) for 18-22 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Make sure chicken tenders are uniform in size for even cooking.
