Air Fryer Ranch-Crusted Chicken Bites Recipe
Crispy and flavorful Air Fryer Ranch-Crusted Chicken Bites perfect for a quick snack or appetizer, featuring a crunchy panko and Parmesan coating seasoned with classic ranch mix and cooked to golden perfection in the air fryer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Halal
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
Others
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 375°F to ensure even cooking and crispy texture.
- Prepare Coating Mixture: In a bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, ranch seasoning mix, and grated Parmesan cheese thoroughly to create a flavorful coating.
- Dip Chicken in Egg: Dip each piece of chicken into the beaten eggs, ensuring every piece is well-coated to help the breadcrumb mixture adhere.
- Coat Chicken: Roll the egg-dipped chicken pieces in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently so the coating sticks well for a crunchy exterior.
- Arrange in Air Fryer Basket: Place the coated chicken bites in a single layer inside the air fryer basket; spray lightly with cooking spray to promote crispiness.
- Air Fry Chicken: Cook the chicken bites at 375°F for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they turn golden brown and are cooked through.
- Serve: Remove the chicken bites and serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce for a delicious snack or appetizer.
Notes
- Ensure chicken pieces are cut evenly for uniform cooking.
- Use a light coating of cooking spray to enhance crispiness without adding extra grease.
- Flip halfway through cooking to guarantee even browning on all sides.
- Pair with ranch dressing, honey mustard, or your favorite dipping sauce for extra flavor.
- Can be made gluten-free by using gluten-free panko breadcrumbs.
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