Description
Lightly battered air-fried chicken cubes offer a healthier take on classic fried chicken with a golden, crispy exterior and juicy interior. Using egg whites enhances adhesion while garlic powder adds subtle flavor without overpowering the lean breast.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs chicken breast, trimmed of skin and sinew
1 cup breadcrumbs (preferably panko for extra crunch)
1 tbsp garlic powder (or granulated garlic)
1 egg white
1 tsp Celtic sea salt
Instructions
Cut chicken into 1-inch cubes and pat dry
Whisk egg white in a shallow dish; combine breadcrumbs, garlic powder, and salt in a second dish
Dip each chicken piece into egg white, press into breadcrumb mixture, and shake off excess
Preheat air fryer to 375°F for 3 minutes; lightly spray the basket with oil
Arrange chicken in a single layer, avoiding overlaps
Air fry for 6 minutes, flip with tongs, then cook 6 more minutes until golden
Transfer to wire rack and let rest for 5 minutes before serving
Notes
Refrigerate chilled chicken cubes for 30 minutes before air frying for optimal browning
Flatten chicken pieces with your palm for even thickness
If using a non-stick basket, spray with oil during cooking to maintain crispiness; skip for Teflon-coated baskets
Use a single layer to prevent steaming; cook in batches if necessary
Let breadcrumbs settle off pieces to avoid clumping
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 18
- Category: Trending
- Method: Air Fry
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 10 chicken bites
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0.8g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
