Air Fryer Cracker Barrel Copycat Grilled Chicken Tenderloins

These juicy chicken tenderloins taste just like the ones from Cracker Barrel, but they’re made quick and easy in your air fryer. A simple honey-lime marinade keeps them tender and flavorful — perfect for busy weeknights!

INGREDIENTS:

1 pound chicken tenderloins

1/4 cup Italian dressing

1 tbsp honey

1 tbsp lime juice

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp onion powder

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

DIRECTIONS:

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

Place the chicken tenderloins in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for more flavor.

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

Remove the chicken from the marinade and place the tenderloins in the air fryer basket in a single layer.

Cook for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and has a nice grilled appearance.

Remove from the air fryer and let rest for a few minutes before serving.