Air Fryer Ranch-Crusted Chicken Bites Recipe
These Air Fryer Ranch-Crusted Chicken Bites are a deliciously crispy and flavorful appetizer or snack. Coated in a crunchy ranch-seasoned breadcrumb and Parmesan mixture, and cooked to perfection in the air fryer, they offer a healthier alternative to deep-fried chicken bites with all the taste and crispiness you love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer Snack
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
Coating Mix
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp ranch seasoning mix
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Others
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 375°F to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for cooking the chicken bites evenly.
- Prepare the Coating Mixture: In a medium bowl, thoroughly combine the panko breadcrumbs, ranch seasoning mix, and grated Parmesan cheese to create a flavorful crust.
- Dip Chicken Pieces in Egg: Take each bite-sized piece of chicken and dip it into the beaten eggs, making sure it is fully coated to help the breadcrumb mixture stick better.
- Coat with Breadcrumb Mixture: Press each egg-coated chicken piece into the breadcrumb blend. Ensure an even and firm coating for maximum crunch.
- 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 enhance browning and crispiness.
- Cook the Chicken Bites: Air fry for 10-12 minutes, flipping the pieces halfway through the cooking time, until they are golden brown and fully cooked inside.
- Serve: Remove from the air fryer and serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce for the best flavor experience.
Notes
- Ensure chicken pieces are cut evenly to promote uniform cooking.
- If using pre-packaged ranch seasoning, check the sodium content if you are monitoring salt intake.
- Cooking times may vary depending on the air fryer model, so check doneness at the 10-minute mark.
- For extra crispiness, you can spray the chicken bites again halfway through cooking.
- These bites can be reheated in the air fryer for a few minutes to retain crispness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (about 6-7 bites)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
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