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Air Fryer High Protein Chicken Bites - Easy, Juicy, and Perfect for Busy Days
These high-protein chicken bites are quick to prepare and perfect for a healthy snack or meal, with juicy meat and crispy edges from the air fryer.
Ingredients
Protein
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast (or thighs for extra juiciness)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (or avocado oil)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (or regular paprika)
- 0.5 teaspoon chili powder or cayenne (optional, for heat)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (or arrowroot for extra crispness)
- to taste cooking spray (nonstick, optional for the basket)
- optional finishing toppings (lemon wedges, chopped parsley, hot honey, or your favorite dipping sauce)
Instructions
- Pat chicken dry and cut into 1-1.5 inch pieces.
- Toss chicken with oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and chili powder. Add cornstarch and toss to coat.
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Lightly spray the basket.
- Arrange chicken in a single layer and cook for 7-9 minutes, shaking halfway, until browned and internal temp reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest for 2 minutes, then serve with lemon, parsley, or hot honey, and your favorite dip.
Notes
For extra juiciness, use chicken thighs instead of breasts.