Description
Indulge in the crispy, tender goodness of Air Fryer Ranch-Crusted Chicken Bites. This delightful recipe takes your ordinary chicken and elevates it with a savory ranch-seasoned breadcrumb crust, all cooked to perfection in an air fryer. In under 30 minutes, you can serve these flavorful bites as a quick snack, a crowd-pleasing appetizer, or as part of a satisfying dinner. They offer a healthier alternative to traditional fried options while still delivering on taste, making them perfect for game day gatherings or family dinners. Pair them with a variety of dips to suit every palate!
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp ranch seasoning mix
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, ranch seasoning mix, and Parmesan cheese.
- Dip each piece of chicken into the beaten eggs until well-coated.
- Roll the egg-dipped chicken pieces in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.
- Arrange the coated chicken bites in a single layer in the air fryer basket and lightly spray with cooking spray.
- Air fry for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown and cooked through.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 pieces (120g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
Keywords: Use fresh chicken for optimal flavor and texture. Don’t overcrowd the basket; cook in batches if necessary for even crispiness. Feel free to customize the seasonings in your breadcrumb mixture for extra flavor.