Air Fryer Mediterranean Chicken Bites (ready in 25 minutes!)

Air Fryer Mediterranean Chicken Bites are made with ground chicken, feta cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh herbs. A delicious twist on kofta packed with Mediterranean flavours.

Kofta is a beloved Middle Eastern dish made from seasoned minced meat that is traditionally skewered or grilled into patties. I used this as inspiration for this recipe. I love using my air fryer to make Mediterranean Chicken Bites. Because it cooks until golden and crispy on the outside while remaining incredibly juicy on the inside. Plus, it’s all done in just 25 minutes!

Recipe Highlights

• Ready in 25 minutes: All it takes is 10 minutes of preparation and 15 minutes of air frying to become a true weeknight dinner.
• Full of Mediterranean flavor: Feta cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, fresh mint, and parsley add depth to the chicken bite without any additional ingredients.
• No skewers needed: It’s so easy to just press the mixture into the air fryer basket and split it without the hassle of skewering it!
• Lighter than traditional chicken patties: Ground chicken helps you lose weight, and plenty of feta and sundried tomatoes add moisture and richness.
• Meal Prep Friendly: Make one pack on Sunday and enjoy all week long by adding it to rice, wraps, and salads.

materials needed

• ground chicken – The basis of this bite. You can also use ground turkey or mix in ground beef or pork for a richer flavor.
• feta is broken — It adds a salty, tangy flavor that melts into the meat as it cooks.
• Sun-dried tomatoes in oil – Delivers concentrated sweet, delicious tomato flavor and helps keep chicken moist.
• red onion — Finely chopped for subtle bite and crunch.
• Sea salt & Italian seasoning — A simple seasoning that lets other flavors shine.
• Fresh Parsley & Mint — A classic Mediterranean herb duo! They add brightness and unmistakable Mediterranean freshness.

How to Make Mediterranean Chicken Bites in an Air Fryer

Preheating: Start by preheating the air fryer to 350°F.

mix: In a large bowl, mix minced chicken, feta crumbles, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, chopped red onion, sea salt, Italian seasoning, parsley, and mint. Using a silicone spatula, stir everything together until well combined.

shape: Line the air fryer basket with parchment paper and place the chicken mixture in the basket. Press down to make it flat and even across the surface.

score: Using a spatula, divide the mixture into 3 vertical lines so that they do not touch each other. Then create individual pieces by making horizontal lines about 2 inches apart down each row.

air fry: Sprinkle a little olive oil on the chicken and air fry for 10 to 15 minutes until the outside of the chicken turns golden brown and is completely cooked. Take it out of the air fryer and serve it over rice!

offer suggestions

Air Fryer Mediterranean Chicken Bites are incredibly versatile! Here are some of my favorite ways to serve:

• On rice: It is made with white, basmati or cauliflower rice topped with yogurt.
• Pita Wrap: Stuff chicken pieces into a warm pita with cucumbers, tomatoes, pickled onions and tahini sauce.
• On the mezzanine plate: Serve with hummus, tabbouleh, pickles and warm flatbread.
• As a salad topper: Finely chop the pieces and serve in a hearty Mediterranean salad with lemon vinaigrette.
• Roasted Vegetables Include: Serve with roasted bell peppers, zucchini and eggplant for a complete meal.

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