Description
Oven Baked Chicken Bites are a delicious and wholesome snack or appetizer featuring crispy, juicy pieces of chicken coated in a flavorful breadcrumb mixture. Baked to perfection, these bites provide a healthier, guilt-free alternative to fried chicken, with a perfectly crispy exterior and tender inside. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, they’re ideal for quick snacks, party appetizers, or a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1–2 inch bite-sized pieces
Coating
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs (use gluten-free breadcrumbs or crushed nuts for gluten-free version)
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Binder
- 2 large eggs, beaten until smooth
For Baking
- Olive oil or cooking spray, for drizzling or spraying
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces, about one to two inches each, ensuring even cooking and perfect portion size.
- Set up your breading station: In one bowl, beat the eggs until smooth. In another bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper to make the flavorful coating.
- Coat the chicken: Dip each chicken piece into the egg wash, letting excess drip off, then roll it in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently so the coating adheres well to each piece.
- Arrange and prepare for baking: Place the coated chicken bites on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a lightly greased wire rack. Lightly spray or drizzle olive oil over the bites to help achieve a golden, crispy crust.
- Bake until golden and cooked through: Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 15 to 20 minutes, flipping the chicken bites halfway through. Ensure the bites are golden brown on the outside and reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) before serving.
Notes
- Cut chicken into uniform-sized pieces to ensure even cooking.
- Use a wire rack for baking to allow airflow and achieve extra crispiness.
- Do not skip the olive oil spray; it’s essential for a golden, crispy crust without deep frying.
- Space out the chicken bites on the baking sheet to avoid steaming and ensure crispiness.
- Prepare the breadcrumb coating mixture ahead of time to save prep time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (about 6-8 bites)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0.5 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
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