Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken Bites
If you’re in search of a quick and delicious meal that everyone will rave about, look no further than Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken Bites. These crispy treats combine tender chicken with bold garlic and parmesan flavors, making them an ideal dish for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. The air fryer ensures a golden-brown exterior while keeping the bites juicy inside, all without excessive oil. Versatile enough to serve as an appetizer, in salads, or as the star of your dinner plate, these bites are sure to become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (or 3 cloves minced garlic)
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- Fresh cracked black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (or cornstarch)
- Oil spray to coat chicken
- 2–3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix chicken pieces with vegetable oil, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and seasonings until well combined. Sprinkle flour or cornstarch over the mixture and coat evenly.
- Preheat air fryer to 360°F and lightly spray the basket with oil. Place chicken in an even layer without overcrowding.
- Cook for 10 minutes; then flip and stir the chicken pieces. Continue cooking for another 8-10 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Add grated parmesan cheese and chopped parsley on top of the hot chicken bites and air fry for an additional minute to melt the cheese slightly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 pieces (100g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg