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Air Fryer Ranch-Crusted Chicken Bites Recipe

Air Fryer Ranch-Crusted Chicken Bites Recipe
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These Air Fryer Ranch-Crusted Chicken Bites are crispy, flavorful, and perfect for a quick snack or appetizer. Using a blend of panko breadcrumbs, ranch seasoning, and Parmesan cheese, these bites cook up golden and juicy in the air fryer, making them a healthier alternative to traditional fried chicken nuggets.

Ingredients

Scale

Chicken

  • 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces

Coating

  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 tbsp ranch seasoning mix
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Batter & Other

  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • Cooking spray

Instructions

  1. Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for crisping the chicken bites evenly.
  2. Prepare Breadcrumb Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs, ranch seasoning mix, and grated Parmesan cheese. This mixture will give the chicken a flavorful and crunchy coating.
  3. Coat Chicken with Egg: Dip each chicken piece into the beaten eggs thoroughly, which helps the breadcrumb mixture stick well to the chicken.
  4. Breadcrumb Coating: Roll the egg-coated chicken pieces in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to ensure each piece is well coated with the ranch-Parmesan crust.
  5. Arrange in Air Fryer: Place the coated chicken bites in a single layer inside the air fryer basket to allow for even cooking. Lightly spray them with cooking spray to help achieve a golden crust.
  6. Air Fry: Cook the chicken bites in the preheated air fryer for 10-12 minutes. Flip them halfway through the cooking time to ensure they become evenly crispy and golden brown on all sides.
  7. Serve: Once cooked through and crispy, serve the ranch-crusted chicken bites hot with your favorite dipping sauce such as ranch dressing or honey mustard.

Notes

  • Make sure not to overcrowd the air fryer basket to allow hot air circulation and even cooking.
  • Cooking times may vary slightly based on your air fryer model and the size of the chicken pieces.
  • You can substitute chicken breast with chicken thighs for a juicier bite, but adjust cooking time as needed.
  • For extra flavor, add some garlic powder or smoked paprika to the breadcrumb mixture.
  • The chicken bites are best enjoyed fresh but can be reheated in the air fryer for a few minutes to regain crispiness.

Nutrition

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