Air Fryer Cracker Barrel Chicken Tenderloins

 🍗🔥 Air Fryer Cracker Barrel Chicken Tenderloins 😋✨

Juicy, smoky-sweet, and perfectly golden—Cracker Barrel style, made easy in the air fryer!

Ingredients:

* 1 lb chicken tenderloins

* ¼ cup Italian dressing

* 1 tbsp honey

* 1 tbsp fresh lime juice (or lemon juice)

* ½ tsp garlic powder

* ½ tsp onion powder

* Salt & pepper to taste

* Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, whisk together Italian dressing, honey, lime juice, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.

2. Add chicken tenderloins to the marinade and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours for extra flavor).

3. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).

4. Place marinated chicken in the air fryer basket in a single layer.

5. Cook for 9–10 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and internal temp reaches 165°F.

6. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot!

Pro Tip:

Brush with a little extra honey during the last minute of cooking for a sweet glaze and glossy finish! 🍯