Air Fryer Ranch-Crusted Chicken Bites
Air Fryer Ranch-Crusted Chicken Bites are the perfect solution for a quick, family-friendly meal that’s packed with flavor and crunch. In just over 20 minutes, you can whip up these delightful bites that are ideal for busy weeknights or as an appetizer at your next gathering. The air fryer gives them a satisfying crispiness without the extra oil found in deep-frying, making them a healthier choice that everyone will love. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauces, and watch as they disappear from the plate!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
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 your air fryer to 375°F.
- In a bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, ranch seasoning mix, and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Dip each piece of chicken into the beaten eggs, then roll in the breadcrumb mixture until well coated.
- Arrange the coated chicken pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Lightly spray with cooking spray and air fry for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 pieces (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 155mg