Description
Air Fryer Chicken Bites are a quick, protein‑packed snack that’s crispy on the outside and juicy inside. Seasoned with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt and pepper, they cook in just 10 minutes without oil‑soaked mess. Perfect for busy families, athletes, or anyone craving a low‑fat, high‑protein bite, this recipe delivers flavor, convenience, and a satisfying crunch ideal for snack time or party appetizers. Enjoy them hot straight from the air fryer for crispness and taste now.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite‑sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: dipping sauce of your choice
Instructions
- Pat chicken dry and cut into bite‑sized pieces.
- In a bowl, combine chicken with oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt and pepper. Toss to coat.
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Arrange chicken in a single layer in the basket.
- Cook 10‑12 minutes, shaking halfway through.
- Check internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- For extra crispness
- lightly spray with oil during the last two minutes of cooking. Leftovers reheat well in the air fryer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
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