Name: Air Fryer Chicken Bites (15-Minute Recipe)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs chicken breasts (about 2 large); 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/2 teaspoon paprika; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt

Recipe

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These air fryer chicken bites are tasty, juicy, and cook in 10 minutes! These little pieces are a healthier alternative to fast-food nuggets.

A low-effort, kid-friendly recipe for air fryer chicken bites you can make on a busy weeknight.

Air Fryer Chicken Pieces

For a while, my kids were obsessed with Cane’s chicken strips; before that, they were deep into Chick-fil-A nuggets. And now they’re obsessed with the air fryer, so we’re making these chicken bites on repeat!

My daughter says they’re nearly as good as the grilled chicken bites. This means you’ll avoid the drive-thru, eat better, and save money. We officially have a new favorite.

Seasoning Options

In this recipe, I season the cubed chicken in a bowl with oil, paprika, salt, and pepper before cooking them. You can use Italian seasoning, blackened seasoning, taco seasoning, onion powder, garlic powder, you name it! I recommend not skipping the oil to help the seasoning stick to the meat.

Cutting Chicken Pieces

For cutting chicken breasts into bites you’ll need a sharp knife and a plastic cutting board. Simply cut the meat into strips and then each strip into bite-sized cubes. Check out how easy it is to make chicken pieces in this quick video.

How to Air Fryer Chicken Pieces

You’ll place the chicken bites in the preheated air fryer basket in a single layer, leaving some space between them to allow air to circulate. Cook them at 390F for 10 to 12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through for even cooking.

How to Use Air Fried Chicken Bites

Chicken bites are a terrific meal builder. I always keep on hand for quick lunches and dinners. You can serve these with healthy veggie sides, toss them with your favorite pasta, or add them on top of rice bowls or salads. It’s also an easy fix to serve chicken tacos super fast!

Air Fryer Chicken Bites (15-Minute Recipe)

Servings: 4

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 10

Total Time: 15

These air fryer chicken bites are tasty, juicy, and cook in 10 minutes! These little pieces are a healthier alternative to fast-food nuggets.

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Watch how it’s made:

Ingredients

1 ½ lbs chicken breasts, about 2 large
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon salt

Instructions

Prep:

Preheat the air fryer with the tray inside for 5 minutes at 390F (200C).
Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel. Slice each breast into vertical strips, then into small, 1-inch cubes.
In a large bowl, combine the olive oil and seasonings. Add the chicken pieces to the bowl and toss to coat them with the seasoning.

Cook:

Place the chicken pieces in the preheated air fryer in a single layer, leaving a little space between each piece to allow the hot air to flow. Cook them for 10 to 12 minutes, stopping halfway through the cooking process to give the basket a good shake and flip the pieces over.
When the internal temperature of the thickest piece has reached 165F (74C), remove the cooked chicken bites from the basket and serve.