Air Fryer Ranch-Crusted Chicken Bites
Crispy on the outside and tender inside, these Air Fryer Ranch-Crusted Chicken Bites are a quick, flavorful meal or snack. Coated with a zesty ranch-Parmesan crust and cooked to golden perfection in the air fryer, they’re family-friendly and ready in under 20 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp ranch seasoning mix
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 large eggs beaten
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F for 3–5 minutes.
- Mix panko breadcrumbs, ranch seasoning, and Parmesan in a bowl.
- Dip chicken pieces into beaten eggs to coat.
- Roll in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing lightly so it sticks.
- Arrange in a single layer in the basket, lightly spray with cooking spray, and avoid overcrowding.
- Air fry for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown, crispy, and the chicken reaches 165°F.
- Rest for a minute, then serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.