Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Set up a breading station with three bowls: flour, beaten eggs, and panko breadcrumbs mixed with lemon zest, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Dip chicken pieces into flour, then egg, then panko mixture, ensuring even coating.
- Spray the coated chicken bites with cooking spray and place in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 10-12 minutes, shaking halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through.
- In a small bowl, mix lemon juice with a pinch of salt and drizzle over the bites before serving, if desired.
Notes
- Make sure chicken pieces are uniformly sized for even cooking.
- For extra flavor, add your favorite herbs to the breadcrumb mixture.
- Serve with a fresh salad or dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Method: Air frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free option available with gluten-free breadcrumbs
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 ounces
- Calories: 250 Kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 70mg