Air Fryer Cracker Barrel Chicken Tenderloins
Tender, juicy chicken tenderloins marinated in a sweet and tangy mix, then cooked to perfection in the air fryer — inspired by Cracker Barrel’s famous recipe.
- 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
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450 g) chicken tenderloins
- 1/2 cup Italian dressing
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- In a bowl or zip-top bag, mix Italian dressing, honey, and lemon juice.
- Add chicken tenderloins, coat well, and marinate for at least 1 hour (or overnight for best flavor).
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3–5 minutes.
- Place chicken tenderloins in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce or sides.
Notes
- For extra caramelization, brush chicken with leftover marinade halfway through cooking (discard any marinade that touched raw chicken).
- Works great with chicken breasts cut into strips.
- Serve with mashed potatoes, biscuits, or green beans for a Cracker Barrel–style meal.