Description
Perfect Air Fryer Chicken Bites, with a splash of Worcestershire sauce that transforms this classic dish into something extraordinary.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 egg, beaten
Instructions
- Cut your chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes, ensuring they’re all roughly the same size for even cooking.
- Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels to achieve a crispy exterior.
- In a bowl, mix together flour, panko breadcrumbs, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne (if using), salt, and pepper.
- In a separate bowl, beat the egg and mix in the Worcestershire sauce.
- Dip each chicken piece into the egg mixture, then coat in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil spray and arrange the coated chicken pieces in a single layer, making sure they don’t touch.
- Cook at 400°F (200°C) for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, substitute panko and flour with certified gluten-free alternatives.
- To make it dairy-free, replace the egg with 2 tablespoons of dairy-free mayonnaise.
- For extra crunch, double-dip the chicken in the egg and breadcrumb mixture.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce and a sprinkle of fresh parsley.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 285 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 690 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
Keywords: Air Fryer, Chicken Bites, Quick Recipes, Easy Dinner