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Air Fryer Ranch-Crusted Chicken Bites


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  • Author: james-walker
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Poultry

Description

Deliciously crispy and juicy chicken bites coated in ranch-seasoned panko, perfect for weeknight dinners or game day.


Ingredients

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  • 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

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F.
  2. In a bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, ranch seasoning mix, and Parmesan cheese.
  3. Dip each piece of chicken into the beaten eggs, ensuring they are well-coated.
  4. Coat the egg-dipped chicken pieces in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing lightly to ensure a good coating.
  5. Arrange the coated chicken bites in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Lightly spray with cooking spray.
  6. Air fry for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
  7. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. For the best texture, reheat in the air fryer.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 pieces
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg