Description
These air fryer chicken bites are juicy, tender, and packed with flavor. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a tasty snack!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (optional, for extra crunch)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the chicken pieces with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss until the chicken is evenly coated.
- If using, add breadcrumbs and toss again to coat the chicken pieces.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
- Arrange the chicken bites in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
- Air fry for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown.
- Remove from the air fryer and let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken bites in the seasoning mixture for 30 minutes before cooking.
- Serve with your favorite dipping sauces, such as ranch or BBQ sauce.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 12
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1/4 of the recipe)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 8
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 26
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