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Delicious High Protein Air Fryer Chicken Bites for Busy Adults
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High Protein Air Fryer Chicken Bites

Bite-size chicken breast pieces coated in Greek yogurt, then a Parmesan panko crust, and cooked crisp in the air fryer. A simple high-protein dinner, snack or meal-prep protein.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

For the chicken
  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the coating
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Cooking spray

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine the chicken cubes with Greek yogurt, olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until all pieces are coated. You can marinate for 15 minutes or up to 4 hours in the refrigerator. Even a quick 15-minute marinate makes a difference in flavor.
  2. In a shallow dish, mix the panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning.
  3. Take each chicken piece from the yogurt mixture and roll it in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently so the coating sticks. Place coated pieces on a plate.
  4. Set your air fryer to 400°F and let it preheat for 3 minutes.
  5. Arrange chicken pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure they do not touch. You will likely need to cook in batches. Spray the tops lightly with cooking spray. Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the coating is golden brown.
  6. Let the chicken bites rest for 2-3 minutes before serving. This helps them stay juicy.