Description
Crispy and flavorful Air Fryer Chicken Bites made with tender chicken breasts coated in a seasoned panko breadcrumb crust. These bite-sized pieces are perfectly cooked in the air fryer for a healthier alternative to traditional fried chicken, served with your favorite dipping sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 3-4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
Breading Mix
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Egg Wash
- 2 large eggs
Serving
- Your favorite dipping sauce (e.g., BBQ or ranch)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Cut chicken breasts into uniform bite-sized pieces to ensure even cooking.
- Mix the coatings: In one bowl, whisk the eggs with salt and pepper until frothy. In another bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Coat the chicken: Dip each chicken piece first into the egg mixture, then thoroughly coat it with the breadcrumb mixture for a crispy exterior.
- Preheat the air fryer: Set your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) to get it ready for cooking.
- Cook the chicken bites: Place the coated chicken pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve: Remove the chicken bites from the air fryer and serve hot with your preferred dipping sauce.
Notes
- Ensure the chicken pieces are uniform in size for even cooking.
- You can substitute panko with regular breadcrumbs but panko yields a crispier texture.
- Adjust seasoning in the breadcrumb mix to your taste, adding cayenne pepper for heat if desired.
- Flip the chicken halfway through cooking to ensure both sides become golden and crispy.
- Check internal temperature of chicken to be 165°F (74°C) for safety.
