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Air Fryer Ranch Crusted Chicken Bites

Crispy and flavorful chicken bites coated in ranch dressing and breadcrumbs, perfect for any meal or occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup ranch dressing
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • as needed Cooking spray For spraying the air fryer basket

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix the ranch dressing with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Dip each chicken piece in the ranch mixture, then coat with breadcrumbs.
  4. Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray.
  5. Place the coated chicken bites in the basket in a single layer.
  6. Spray the tops with a bit more cooking spray.
Cooking
  1. Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through.
  2. Serve with additional ranch dressing for dipping.

Notes

For optimal freshness, store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Preheating the air fryer is crucial for achieving a crispy texture.