Air Fryer Breaded Chicken Breast (1 bowl)

Eliminate the hassle of breading multiple batches with these one-bowl, high-protein air fryer breaded chicken breast bites served with a simple salad!

Air Fryer Breaded Chicken Bites

I love this easy one-bowl method of making fried chicken breasts in the air fryer! Great for busy weeknights when you want something quick, easy, high in protein and delicious. Mix all the ingredients – chicken, seasoning, and bread crumbs – in one bowl, then cook in the air fryer until crispy and golden. Boneless, skinless chunks of chicken breast were juicy with perfectly imperfect skin and paired with a delicious salad made for a satisfying meal. I like to think of these as air fryer chicken nuggets for adults. If you want more air fryer recipes, you can also try our Breadless Air Fryer Chicken Bites, Air Fryer Chicken Breasts, and Air Fryer Popcorn Chicken.

Why You’ll Love This Easy Air Fryer Breaded Chicken Breast Recipe

I asked on Instagram what content they wanted to see here this month, and most of them asked for easy, high-protein dinner ideas! Well, this chicken breast recipe that I originally tested to check the cookbook checks all the boxes!

• simple: Cut the chicken into chunks, then mix everything in one bowl and coat the chicken with breadcrumbs. There are no multiple crumb stations.
• healthy: Crispy breaded chicken cooked in the air fryer is much lighter than fast food. Serve with salad for a low-carb meal.
• Dietary Restrictions: Good for weight management, gluten-free (if using GF bread crumbs), high protein, dairy-free (if omitting the pecorino)

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Ingredients for Breaded Chicken Breast

Below are the ingredients for Romaine Salad with Air Fryer Breaded Chicken Bites and Red Wine Vinaigrette. Scroll to the recipe card for exact measurements.

• Chicken breast: Cut the chicken into half-inch pieces to keep them bite-sized.
• lemon juice It adds flavor to the meat and makes it tender.
• Chicken Seasoning: Salt and Italian seasoning
• oil It helps the breadcrumbs and seasoning stick to the chicken and prevents it from drying out.
• garlic: Chop finely with a knife or garlic press.
• cheese: Ground Pecorino Romano adds a salty flavor to the crunchy coating.
• Travel path: For maximum flavor, use seasoned breadcrumbs. If you can’t eat gluten, use gluten-free bread crumbs.
• olive oil spray To prevent chicken nuggets from sticking to the air fryer
• Red Wine Vinaigrette: Olive oil, garlic, red onion, red wine vinegar, salt, pepper.
• salad: Cucumber, avocado, romaine lettuce

How to Make Air Fryer Breaded Chicken Bites.

This easy air fryer breaded chicken bites recipe requires no prep work. Just mix the chicken and bread crumb ingredients and fry them in the air fryer! The recipe card below includes printable instructions.

1. Chicken breast coating: Mix the shredded chicken with lemon, salt, oil, garlic, Italian seasoning, cheese, and breadcrumbs.
2. How long does it take to cook chicken bites in an air fryer: Spray the basket with oil and add the chicken in a single layer. Air fry at 400F for 7-8 minutes.
3. Pickle the red onions: Combine red onion, garlic, oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper. Let sit for about 5 minutes to allow the onions to soften.
4. To make the salad: Add cucumber and avocado to the dressing. When ready to serve, add the shredded lettuce and drizzle with the remaining oil and vinegar.

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• Do you have an air fryer? are you okay! Bake chicken nuggets at 425°F for 8 to 10 minutes. Flip and cook another 4 to 5 minutes until browned and cooked through.
• chicken: Substitute boneless, skinless chicken thighs cut into chunks.
• oil: Swap avocado oil for chicken with olive oil.
• Italian seasoning: Use any combination of dried herbs you have on hand, such as parsley, oregano, or basil. You can also omit the herbs and use onion powder and garlic powder.
• cheese: If you want to go dairy-free, replace the pecorino with Parmesan cheese or omit it.
• Travel path: If you don’t have seasoned bread crumbs or are using gluten-free bread crumbs, add a little Italian seasoning.
• onion: Replace with green onions.
• vinegar: Replace red wine vinegar with apple cider or white wine vinegar.
• vegetable: Use whatever you can, like bell peppers or cherry tomatoes.
• lettuce: Sub small gem lettuce or iceberg.

perfect pairing

Serve chicken bites with your favorite grains, vegetables, or salad for a quick and enjoyable lunch or dinner. I’ve included some of my favorite green salad recipes below, but this arugula salad or kale salad would also be great.

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• Refrigerated storage Store the remaining chicken thighs for about 4 days and then reheat them in an air fryer to prevent them from becoming soggy. If you can’t eat it all in one night, refrigerate raw chicken and air fry it the next day for crispy breaded chicken.
• Frozen Chicken Bites: Once cooled, place on a sheet pan lined with parchment paper and quick freeze, then transfer to an airtight container. Store frozen for up to 3 months. To reheat, air fry for 5-7 minutes.

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