Description
These Air Fryer Everything Bagel Chicken Bites are a crunchy, flavorful treat perfect for a quick snack or appetizer. Coated in a seasoned panko breadcrumb mix featuring everything bagel seasoning, garlic, and onion powders, these bite-sized chicken pieces come out crispy on the outside and tender inside. Ready in just 30 minutes using an air fryer, they’re a healthier alternative to fried chicken bites with a delicious bagel-inspired twist.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite-sized chunks
Coating
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons everything bagel seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Batter and Oil
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (plus more for spraying)
Instructions
- Prepare Seasoned Breadcrumb Mixture: In a spacious mixing bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs, everything bagel seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt. Stir well to ensure all the seasonings are evenly blended into the breadcrumbs.
- Coat Chicken Bites: Dip each chicken piece into the beaten egg, allowing excess to drip off, then roll it in the seasoned panko mixture. Press gently to make sure the breadcrumbs adhere well to the chicken.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for approximately 5 minutes to prepare for crisp cooking.
- Prepare Air Fryer Basket: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil spray to create a non-stick surface for the chicken bites.
- Arrange Chicken Bites: Place the coated chicken bites in a single layer in the air fryer basket without overlapping. Cook in batches if necessary to ensure even cooking.
- Olive Oil Spray: Lightly spray the tops of the chicken bites with olive oil to help achieve extra crispiness during cooking.
- Air Fry Chicken Bites: Air fry the chicken bites for 10-12 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time. They should turn golden brown and reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) to ensure they are fully cooked.
- Cool and Serve: Carefully remove the chicken bites from the air fryer and allow them to cool for 2-3 minutes before serving to enhance their flavor and texture.
Notes
- For best results, do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure crispiness.
- Use a meat thermometer to check that the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C) for food safety.
- Serve with cream cheese dip, yogurt-based dip, or your favorite sauce for added flavor.
- Garnish with freshly chopped chives or parsley for a fresh presentation.
- Can be made ahead and reheated in the air fryer for a few minutes to restore crispness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (approx. 4 ounces)
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
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