Description
Air Fryer Cracker Barrel Chicken Tenderloins are juicy, flavorful, and glazed with a tangy-sweet mix of Italian dressing, garlic, honey, and lime—delivering restaurant-style comfort in under 20 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken tenderloins
- 1 cup Italian dressing
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lime juice
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Whisk together Italian dressing, garlic, honey, lime juice, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Add chicken tenderloins and marinate for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
- Preheat Air Fryer to 400°F and lightly spray basket with oil.
- Place marinated chicken in a single layer in the basket.
- Air fry for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and internal temp is 165°F.
- Let rest a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Swap lime for lemon juice for a citrus twist.
- Add red pepper flakes or cayenne for heat.
- Use smoked paprika for a smoky flavor.
- Dredge in breadcrumbs before cooking for a crispy version.
- Double the marinade for extra flavor to brush over cooked chicken.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 530mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
