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Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Bites: Deliciously Easy Recipe!

Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Bites are a delicious and easy recipe perfect for a quick meal or snack.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • Cooking spray

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine the buttermilk, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken pieces and stir to coat. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more flavor.
  2. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F.
  3. In one bowl, place the flour. In another bowl, add the panko breadcrumbs. Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing excess liquid to drip off. Dredge each piece in flour, shaking off any excess, then dip in the panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
  4. Arrange the coated chicken bites in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Spray lightly with cooking spray.
  5. Cook in the air fryer for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
  6. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8.5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgFiber: 1g

Notes

  • For extra flavor, try adding a teaspoon of your favorite hot sauce to the buttermilk marinade.
  • For a healthier twist, substitute whole wheat flour for all-purpose flour and use whole grain breadcrumbs.

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