Air Fryer Ranch-Crusted Chicken Bites Recipe
Crispy and flavorful Air Fryer Ranch-Crusted Chicken Bites made with tender chicken breast pieces coated in a crunchy panko, Parmesan, and ranch seasoning crust. Easy to prepare and perfect for a quick appetizer or snack, these chicken bites are cooked to golden perfection in an air fryer, delivering a healthier alternative to traditional fried chicken.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Bites
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
Breading Mixture
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp ranch seasoning mix
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Coating
- 2 large eggs, beaten
Others
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F to ensure even cooking and a crispy crust.
- Prepare Breading Mixture: In a bowl, mix together the panko breadcrumbs, ranch seasoning mix, and grated Parmesan cheese thoroughly to combine all the flavors evenly.
- Coat Chicken Pieces: Dip each bite-sized chicken piece into the beaten eggs, making sure it is fully coated for the breading to adhere well.
- Bread the Chicken: Roll the egg-coated chicken pieces in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to ensure the coating sticks well to each piece.
- Arrange in Air Fryer: Place the coated chicken bites in a single layer inside the air fryer basket. Lightly spray them with cooking spray to help them crisp up during cooking.
- Air Fry: Cook the chicken bites for 10-12 minutes at 375°F, flipping them halfway through the cooking time to cook evenly. The chicken should be golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve: Remove the cooked chicken bites from the air fryer and serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce for a tasty appetizer or snack.
Notes
- For a spicy kick, add cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to the breadcrumb mixture.
- Use gluten-free breadcrumbs instead of panko to make the dish gluten-free.
- Enhance flavor by adding herbs like thyme, oregano, or parsley to the breadcrumb mixture.
- If you don’t have an air fryer, bake the chicken bites at 400°F for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through for a similar result.
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