Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken Bites
Description
Crispy air fryer garlic parmesan chicken bites with a golden panko-parmesan crust and juicy centers. Ready in 20 minutes — perfect as an appetizer, snack, or quick dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 large egg, beaten
- ½ cup parmesan cheese, grated
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Olive oil spray, for the basket and tops
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 to 5 minutes.
- In a shallow dish, combine the grated parmesan, panko, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Beat the egg in a second shallow dish. Pat the chicken pieces dry, then dip each in the egg, letting the excess drip off.
- Press each piece firmly into the parmesan panko mixture until fully coated.
- Spray the air fryer basket with olive oil. Arrange the chicken in a single layer with space between pieces. Spray the tops generously.
- Air fry at 400°F for 8 to 10 minutes, flipping and re-spraying at the halfway point, until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Rest 1 minute and serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Equipment
- Instant-read meat thermometer
- Olive Oil Spray
- Air fryer parchment liner (optional)
Notes
- Cook in batches rather than crowding the basket — crowded chicken steams instead of crisping.
- Chicken thighs can be substituted; add about 2 minutes to the cook time.
- For a low-carb version, replace the panko with crushed pork rinds or almond flour and check at 6 minutes.
- Reheat leftovers in the air fryer at 350°F for 3 to 4 minutes.
Nutrition
Serving: 1ServingCalories: 153kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 21gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 464mgPotassium: 320mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 0.4gVitamin A: 139IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 122mgIron: 1mg