Air Fryer Cracker Barrel Chicken Tenderloins
These Air Fryer Cracker Barrel Chicken Tenderloins are a healthier, quick-cooking version of the restaurant favorite. Marinated in Italian dressing, garlic, honey, and lime juice, then air-fried to golden perfection, they’re juicy, flavorful, and ready in minutes—perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- ½ cup Italian dressing
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 lb chicken tenderloins
Instructions
- In a bowl or zip-top bag, whisk together Italian dressing, garlic, honey, and lime juice.
- Add chicken tenderloins and marinate in the fridge for at least 1 hour (up to overnight).
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Remove chicken from marinade and place in a single layer in the air fryer basket (work in batches if necessary).
- Air fry for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
- Let rest for 2 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Add soy sauce or red pepper flakes to the marinade for variation.
- Lemon juice works in place of lime juice.
- Serve with BBQ sauce, ranch dip, or on top of salads and wraps.
- To reheat, air fry at 350°F for 4–5 minutes for best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
