Set up a breading station for the chicken tenderloins. In one large plate, mix the all-purpose flour, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. In a second plate, add the beaten eggs. In a third plate, add the panko breadcrumbs and a pinch of salt.

Coat each chicken tenderloin in the flour mixture, then dip it into the beaten eggs, and press it into the panko breadcrumbs until evenly coated. Repeat with the remaining chicken.

Preheat the air fryer to 400F for a few minutes. Arrange the breaded chicken tenders in the air fryer basket in a single layer, making sure not to overcrowd them, and cook in batches if needed. Generously spray both sides with oil spray. Air fry for 11-14 minutes until golden and cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165F.

While the chicken cooks, make the honey BBQ sauce. In a medium pan, add the ketchup, apple cider vinegar, worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, honey, unsalted butter, garlic powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt. Simmer on medium-low heat for a few minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.

Turn off the heat, add the cooked chicken tenders to the pan, and toss for about 30 seconds until evenly coated. Remove the chicken and save any extra sauce for drizzling.

Serve the honey BBQ chicken tenders with mashed potatoes, veggies, or your favorite sides.