Air Fryer Cracker Barrel Chicken (Print Format)
Moist Cracker Barrel-style chicken tenderloins with a tangy marinade, air fried to a golden finish in minutes.
# Ingredients:
→ Marinade
01 -
½ cup Italian dressing
02 -
1 clove garlic, minced
03 -
1 tablespoon honey
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2 teaspoons fresh lime juice
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½ teaspoon kosher salt
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¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
→ Protein
07 -
1 pound chicken tenderloins
# Steps:
01 -
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together Italian dressing, minced garlic, honey, fresh lime juice, kosher salt, and ground black pepper until fully combined.
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Add chicken tenderloins to the marinade and toss until thoroughly coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 1 hour.
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Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Lightly spray the basket with olive oil spray to prevent sticking.
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Arrange chicken tenderloins in a single layer in the air fryer basket without overlapping. Air fry for 10 minutes, flipping halfway through. Ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) before serving.
# Tips:
01 -
Do not marinate chicken for longer than 1-2 hours to avoid chemical denaturation from lime juice. Remove the connective 'stringy' tissue from tenderloins if preferred.
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Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket; cook in batches if necessary.
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Adjust temperature and cooking time according to your air fryer’s settings if exact temperature is unavailable.