Description
Air Fryer Ranch-Crusted Chicken Bites are perfectly crispy, juicy chicken pieces coated in a zesty ranch seasoning mix and panko breadcrumb crust. Ready in under 30 minutes using a healthy air frying method, these bites deliver bold flavor and satisfying crunch, making them ideal for snacks, lunch, dinner, or parties.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breasts, cut into 1 to 1.5 inch bite-size pieces
- 1/2 cup ranch seasoning mix
- 3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- Olive oil spray, for coating
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Cut chicken breasts into bite-size pieces around 1 to 1.5 inches to ensure even cooking and juicy centers.
- Mix the Coating: In a bowl, combine ranch seasoning, panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper to create the flavorful, crunchy crust mix.
- Coat the Chicken: Beat the eggs in a shallow dish. Dip each chicken piece into the eggs, then roll it in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing lightly so the coating adheres well.
- Air Fry to Crispy Perfection: Place coated chicken bites in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Lightly spray with olive oil spray. Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 10 to 12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Notes
- Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in batches to ensure even crisping.
- Pat chicken pieces dry before coating to help the crust stick better.
- Use fresh panko breadcrumbs or toast them slightly to prevent sogginess.
- Allow chicken bites to rest a few minutes after cooking for the best texture.
- Customize the ranch seasoning amount or add cayenne pepper for a spicy kick.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
Keywords: Air Fryer Chicken Bites, Ranch Chicken Bites, Crispy Chicken Snacks, Healthy Chicken Recipe, Gluten-Free Chicken Bites, Quick Chicken Snack
