Air Fryer Chicken Bites Recipe
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Air Fryer Chicken Bites Recipe
Description
This recipe prepares chicken bites by cutting chicken breasts into uniform 2-inch pieces, which are marinated briefly in soy sauce and black pepper for flavor. A coating is made with beaten eggs and a breadcrumb mixture seasoned with salt, pepper, and parsley. Each piece is dipped fully in egg then rolled in the breadcrumbs to form an even crust. Cooking in a preheated air fryer at 400°F allows the bits to crisp evenly without overcrowding the basket, which is essential for good air circulation and crispiness.
The resulting bites have a crunchy exterior from the breadcrumb coating and retain moisture inside from the marinated chicken, making them tender yet crispy. They can be served warm with preferred dipping sauces or as finger food. The recipe suggests possible additions to the breading mix, such as curry or garlic powder, for varied flavors.
To achieve uniform cooking and crispiness, ensure chicken pieces are cut evenly and do not overcrowd the air fryer basket during cooking. This prevents steaming and promotes even browning of the coating.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast or thigh
- 2 egg
- 1 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 3 Tablespoons soy sauce for marinating
- 1 Teaspoon parsley chopped or dried
- olive oil or spray oil
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and spray the basket with a little oil. (Use a kitchen brush if you don't have spray oil).
- Prepare the chicken breasts by cutting the chicken into 2-inch pieces. Marinate for 15 minutes with the soy sauce and black pepper in a shallow bowl.
- In a bowl put the breadcrumbs, a pinch of salt, black pepper and some chopped parsley, and mix well.
- Break the eggs into another bowl and beat them until combined.
- Then dip each chicken piece into the beaten egg, coating each piece of chicken completely.
- Roll the nuggets in the breadcrumb mixture, coating each side.
- Place the chicken bites in the basket of the air fryer, being careful not to overcrowd the basket.
- You may need to do this several times to make sure the chicken nuggets do not touch each other.
- Season the chicken bites with olive oil and cook them for 5 minutes at 400°F (200°C) in the air fryer.
- Give a good shake and cook for another 5 minutes.Serve with your favorite sauce.
- OVEN: Place a rack on a baking sheet and lay the chicken bites on the grill. Cook them for 14 to 16 minutes at 400°F, turning them halfway through cooking.
Notes
- Cut chicken into evenly sized pieces to ensure uniform cooking.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to allow proper air circulation and achieve crispiness.
- Consider adding spices like curry, garlic powder, or onion powder to the breadcrumb mix for extra flavor.
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