Description
Crispy and flavorful Air Fryer Ranch-Crusted Chicken Bites make a perfect snack or appetizer. Tender chicken pieces coated in a crunchy ranch breadcrumb and Parmesan mixture, cooked to golden perfection in your air fryer.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp ranch seasoning mix
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a shallow bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, ranch seasoning, and Parmesan cheese.
- Dip chicken pieces into beaten eggs, then coat with breadcrumb mixture.
- Lightly spray air fryer basket with cooking spray and place chicken bites in a single layer.
- Cook for 10–12 minutes, shaking basket halfway through, until golden and cooked through.
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, spray chicken bites lightly with cooking spray before air frying.
- Try using gluten-free panko for a gluten-free version.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the air fryer to maintain crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Air Fry
- Cuisine: American