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Good Fork Daily Editorial Kitchen

Juicy Air Fryer Chicken Bites Recipe

Juicy, well-browned chicken bites with a simple smoky seasoning and dependable timing for breast or thigh meat.
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Prep Time 12 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting 3 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 235
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt reduce for fine salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice for finishing

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • Instant-read thermometer
  • Mixing bowl
  • Silicone-tipped tongs

Method
 

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 390°F for 3 minutes.
  2. Cut the chicken into uniform 1-inch pieces and blot away surface moisture.
  3. Toss chicken with oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt and pepper until no dry spice pockets remain.
  4. Spread the pieces in one layer. Cook in two batches if the meat cannot sit without overlapping.
  5. Air fry for 6 minutes, shake or turn, then cook 2 to 4 minutes more.
  6. Check several thick pieces for 165°F. Rest 3 minutes and finish with lemon juice.

Notes

  • Read relevant ingredient labels and the manual for any appliance used.
  • Begin checking at the early end of the time range.
  • USDA guidance lists 165°F for all poultry and recommends measuring the thickest area.
  • This recipe was developed through culinary research and editorial review.