Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken Bites
Crispy Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken Bites made with simple ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder or 3 cloves minced garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt or to taste
- Fresh cracked black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour or cornstarch
- Oil spray
- 2 –3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3–5 minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken pieces, vegetable oil, Worcestershire sauce, oregano, garlic powder (or minced garlic), onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Toss well until all the chicken pieces are evenly coated.
- Sprinkle the flour or cornstarch over the chicken and stir until every piece is lightly coated.
- If necessary, add a small amount of additional flour or cornstarch to ensure all pieces are coated.
- Generously spray the chicken with oil until there are no dry spots remaining.
- Arrange the chicken in a single layer inside the air fryer basket. Avoid overcrowding and cook in batches if needed.
- Cook the Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken Bites for 8–10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through cooking.
- Check that the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Transfer the cooked chicken bites to a serving bowl.
- Immediately toss with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley.
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauces.
Notes
- Serve with ranch dressing, garlic aioli, honey mustard, or marinara sauce.
- Pair with roasted vegetables, salad, fries, or rice.
- Swap parsley for fresh basil or chives.
- Add Italian seasoning for additional herb flavor.
- Fresh lemon juice can brighten the finished dish.