Air Fryer Chicken Bites Recipe Card
Crispy, golden air fryer chicken bites made in just 15 minutes! Seasoned with smoked paprika, and black pepper, then coated in Panko for extra crunch.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless chicken breast or thighs (cut into 1-inch bites)
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch
- 2 eggs for breading
- Cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat the Air Fryer
- Set your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and preheat for 5 minutes.
Prepare the Chicken
- Pat dry the chicken bites with a paper towel.
- Season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
Set Up the Breading Station (Optional for extra crunch!)
- Bowl 1: Whisk eggs.
- Bowl 2: Add Panko breadcrumbs.
- Dip each chicken piece into the egg wash, then coat in Panko.
Air Fry the Chicken Bites
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with oil.
- Place chicken bites in a single layer (don’t overcrowd).
- Air fry at 400°F for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Check for doneness (internal temp: 165°F/74°C).
Serve & Enjoy!
- Let the chicken rest for 2 minutes before serving.
- Serve with ranch, BBQ sauce, or honey mustard.
Notes
🔥 Tips for Extra Crispiness
✔ Use Panko breadcrumbs instead of regular breadcrumbs.
✔ Lightly spray with oil for a golden, crispy texture.
✔ Don’t overcrowd the basket—cook in batches if needed.
📌 Nutrition (Per Serving)
| Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|
| ~250 kcal | 28g | 15g | 8g |