Air Fryer Marinated Chicken Tenderloins
Looking for a fast and flavorful air fryer chicken marinade? This recipe transforms a simple Italian dressing base into a sweet and savory glaze for tender chicken. It’s an easy, hands-off method that delivers juicy chicken tenderloins with a quick cooking time.
Why This Recipe Works
- Quick preparation.
- Simple ingredients.
- Short cooking time.
- Beginner-friendly method.
- Uses a meat thermometer to check doneness.
Air Fryer Marinated Chicken Tenderloins
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minutesAn effortless air fryer chicken marinade using Italian dressing and honey to create juicy, flavorful chicken tenderloins in just 10 minutes of cooking time.
Ingredients
1 pound chicken tenderloins
1 cup Italian dressing
1 tablespoon honey
1 pinch of salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Cooking oil spray
Directions
- To a large glass bowl, add the Italian dressing, honey, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Stir the marinade ingredients until well blended.
- Add the chicken tenders to the marinade and toss until well coated.
- Cover the bowl and place in the refrigerator to marinate for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the air fryer to 390 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Spray the air fryer tray with cooking oil.
- Place the chicken tenderloins into the air fryer in a single layer.
- Cook for 10 minutes, flipping the chicken halfway through the cooking process.
- Verify the internal temperature has reached 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Remove the chicken tenderloins from the air fryer, let cool slightly, and enjoy.
Recipe Video
Notes
- Because cooking times can vary slightly depending on the size of the tenderloins, always verify that the thickest part of the chicken reaches 165°F before serving.
Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; keeping the chicken in a single layer ensures the hot air can circulate for even cooking.
How to Know When It’s Done
The chicken is finished when it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. The video specifically demonstrates using a meat thermometer to check the tenderloins before removing them from the air fryer. The outside should be fully cooked, and the meat should be opaque all the way through.
Air Fryer Tips
Always place the chicken tenderloins in a single layer. This ensures the hot air can fully circulate around each piece, giving you an even cook. If your air fryer basket is small, you may need to cook the tenderloins in batches rather than stacking them.
