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Hot Honey Chicken Tenders

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 6 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds chicken tenderloins
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons hot sauce
  • Cooking spray

Method
 

  1. Preheat air fryer to 400°F for 5 minutes.
  2. Set out three shallow bowls: flour; beaten eggs; panko mixed with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Dredge chicken in flour, dip in egg, then coat thoroughly in panko, pressing to adhere.
  4. Spray basket with cooking spray; arrange tenders in single layer without touching.
  5. Lightly spray tops; air fry 10-12 minutes until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F, flipping halfway.
  6. Meanwhile, whisk honey and hot sauce in a small bowl.
  7. Drizzle over cooked tenders or serve alongside for dipping.