Description
Enjoy a delicious twist on a classic favorite with these Air Fryer Ranch-Crusted Chicken Bites. Perfect for game day, family dinners, or casual gatherings, these crispy bites are packed with flavor and health-conscious goodness. In just 22 minutes, you can whip up this simple yet delightful recipe that features tender chicken coated in a crunchy ranch-seasoned panko crust. Serve them as an appetizer, snack, or main dish alongside your favorite sides and dipping sauces for a satisfying meal everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F.
- In a bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs, ranch seasoning, and Parmesan cheese until combined.
- Dip each chicken piece in beaten eggs, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Arrange the coated chicken bites in a single layer in the air fryer basket; lightly spray with cooking spray.
- Air fry for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 pieces (approximately 120g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg