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Delicious air fryer ranch-crusted chicken bites ready to serve

Air Fryer Ranch-Crusted Chicken Bites

These delicious Air Fryer Ranch-Crusted Chicken Bites are incredibly easy to make, offering a crispy, flavorful exterior and tender, juicy chicken inside. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a tasty appetizer.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken Bites
  • 1.5 lb Chicken Breasts boneless, skinless, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 2 tbsp Ranch Seasoning Mix
  • 2 tbsp All-Purpose Flour
  • 0.5 tsp Salt
  • 0.25 tsp Black Pepper

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Tongs

Method
 

Preparation & Cooking
  1. Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels and toss them with olive oil in a large mixing bowl to ensure even coating.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the ranch seasoning mix, all-purpose flour, salt, and black pepper; then add the chicken pieces and toss until they are thoroughly coated with the seasoning mixture.
  3. Arrange the coated chicken in a single layer in your air fryer basket, making sure not to overcrowd it to allow for even cooking and crisping.
  4. Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 12-15 minutes, flipping the chicken bites halfway through the cooking time, until they are golden brown, crispy, and cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Notes

For extra crispiness, you can lightly spray the chicken bites with cooking oil before air frying. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce like extra ranch, BBQ sauce, or honey mustard.