Description
Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken Bites are crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, infused with savory garlic and Parmesan cheese flavors. Perfect for quick dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- Cooking spray
Instructions
1. Start by cutting your chicken breasts into bite-size pieces, aiming for about 1-inch cubes.
2. In a large bowl, combine the grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and dried Italian seasoning. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
3. Toss the chicken pieces into the seasoning mix, ensuring each piece is coated evenly. Drizzle with olive oil and give it another toss to coat the chicken thoroughly.
4. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F. While it heats up, lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
5. Place the coated chicken bites in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Air fry for 10 minutes, then carefully flip the chicken pieces.
6. Continue cooking for an additional 6 minutes at 400°F until the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F) and has a golden-brown color.
7. While the chicken is finishing up, mix the melted butter with minced garlic in a small bowl.
8. Once the chicken is done, remove it from the air fryer and immediately toss the bites with the garlic butter for an explosion of flavor. Finally, garnish with fresh parsley before serving!
Notes
For the crispiest bites, do not overcrowd the air fryer basket. Leave space between the chicken pieces to allow hot air to circulate evenly.
Cooking times may vary based on the brand and size of your air fryer. Always check for doneness by ensuring the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Refrigerate any leftover chicken bites in an airtight container for up to 3 days. To reheat, pop them back into the air fryer for a few minutes to restore their crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg