Air Fryer Chicken Bites
Enjoy crispy, juicy chicken bites cooked quickly in the air fryer, requiring less oil and calories. Perfect for dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
For the chicken bites
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces Use uniform sizes for even cooking
- 1 cup all-purpose flour Can be substituted with gluten-free flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder For flavor
- 1 teaspoon onion powder For flavor
- 1 teaspoon paprika For flavor
- 1 teaspoon salt To taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper To taste
- 2 large eggs Beaten until smooth
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko for extra crunch) Use panko for added crispiness
- as needed cooking spray or oil for coating To prevent sticking
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Prepare your chicken pieces by cutting them into bite-sized chunks if you haven't done this already.
Breading
- In one bowl, mix flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs until smooth.
- In a third bowl, place the breadcrumbs.
- Take each piece of chicken, coat it in the flour mixture, dip into the beaten eggs, and finally coat with breadcrumbs. Ensure each piece is fully covered.
Cooking
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray to ensure the bites don’t stick.
- Arrange the coated chicken bites in a single layer inside the air fryer basket. Do not overcrowd the basket; you may need to do this in batches.
- Cook the chicken bites for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through for even cooking. Check for an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Remove the bites from the air fryer and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve with various dipping sauces like honey mustard or barbecue sauce. For added variations, try different spices or marinades. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.