Description
Experience the magic of air fryer chicken bites, perfectly seasoned and irresistibly crispy on the outside while remaining tender on the inside. This crowd-pleasing recipe is perfect for game nights or casual gatherings, ensuring everyone keeps coming back for more. With a simple preparation process and delicious flavor, these chicken bites are destined to become your new favorite snack!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Your favorite dipping sauce
Instructions
- Cut chicken breasts into uniform bite-sized pieces.
- In one bowl, beat the eggs until frothy. In another bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Dip each chicken piece in the egg mixture, then coat with the breadcrumb mix, pressing gently to adhere.
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Place coated chicken pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown and cooked through.
- Let cool slightly before serving with your favorite dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 pieces (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 180mg