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Published: Jan 8, 2024 · Modified: Apr 18, 2025 by Tanya · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

Juicy Air Fryer Chicken Bites

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These tasty air fryer chicken bites are tender inside and crispy outside. They are great for dipping, snacking, or adding to salads and rice bowls. Enjoy them as an easy and delicious main dish.

Air fryer chicken bites set on a white serving plate with a bowl of dipping sauce set alongside.


 

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The full recipe with ingredients/instructions is available on the recipe card at the bottom of the post. Important tips/tricks are also included in the blog post.

I make my air fryer chicken bites with no breading, which means they can be prepared in minutes. No need to worry the breading coming undone in the air fryer, these chicken breast chunks are coasted in blend of seasoning and dry ground spices.

This air fryer chicken bites recipe is one I cook often, as all the family enjoys it. I love that it takes no effort at all, making this the perfect tasty weekend snack option with your favorite dipping sauce. Or a great quick and easy mid-week dinner option when added to a main meal.

If you are a fan of crispy air fryer chicken, then try these great-tasting recipes: my Air Fryer Fried Chicken, Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets or my Air Fryer Chicken Wings.

A Quick Look at the Ingredients Needed

Ingredient amounts and full recipe instructions are on the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post.

Here's what you will need to make crispy air fryer chicken bites:

  • Chicken: boneless, skinless chicken breast patted dry and cut into 1-inch chunks.
  • Olive oil: to help the seasoning and dry spices stick to the chunks of chicken breast.
  • Seasoning rub: coat the chicken chunks with kosher salt, coarse black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Air fryer recipe ingredients set into individual bowls.

Equipment required for this recipe

  • Air Fryer
  • Large bowl
  • Measuring spoons

How to make juicy air fryer chicken bites

Step 1: In a large bowl, toss the chicken chunks with the olive oil. Sprinkle the salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder over the chicken pieces and toss to coat evenly. Set aside to rest for 15 minutes.

Large white bowl filled with chunks of chicken breast coated in dry spices and seasoning.

Step 2: Preheat the air fryer to 360 degrees Fahrenheit (182°C).

Step 3: Arrange the chicken chunks in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 10-11 minutes, flipping halfway through, until chicken has reached an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit (74°C).

Spiced and seasoned chunks of chicken breast laid in a single layer in an air fryer basket.

Step 4: Remove from the air fryer and rest for a few minutes before serving.

Cooked chicken chunks in an air fryer basket.

Tanya's Top Tips

These tips will help you make the juiciest air fryer chicken bites you've ever tried. 

  • Timings will vary from air fryer to air fryer. To ensure safety and proper cooking, always check that your chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  • The best way to test the internal temperature of any meat is to use a meat thermometer.
  • Lay the chicken into the air fryer basket in a single layer to ensure an even cook. If needed, cook the chicken in batches to avoid overcrowding.
  • Always rest the chicken for a few minutes before serving. This allows the juices to be absorbed back into the chicken, resulting in juicy and tender chunks of chicken.
Close up of cooked chicken chunks in an air fryer basket.

How to store

To refrigerate: Store any leftover chicken bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. When ready to enjoy, heat up in a preheated oven or air fryer at 360F until warmed through.

To freeze: Once cooked and cooled, place any pieces of leftover chicken into an airtight container and store in the freezer for up to 3 months. As the chicken is already cooked, it can be reheated from frozen in a preheated oven at 350F for 30-40 minutes. If reheating in your air fryer, the time to cook from frozen can be cut down.

Air fryer chicken bites set on a white serving plate with a bowl of dipping sauce set alongside.

FAQs

Can you put raw chicken in an air fryer?

Yes, you can. For the best results, place the chicken into a pre-heated air fryer and always check the internal temperature of the meat to ensure it is cooked through to 165°F (74°C).

Should I put oil on chicken before air frying?

As I use chunks of raw chicken breast to make my chicken bites, I coat the chicken first in olive oil. This helps the spice blend to adhere to the chicken and provides flavor.

I hope you love these chicken bites as much as we do. If you're looking for more bit-sized ideas, try these out:

  • Air Fryer Salmon Bites
  • Air Fryer Steak Bites

If you have tried this chicken bites or any other recipe on my blog, please rate it and let me know how it turned out in the comments below!

Cooked chicken chunks in an air fryer basket.
Tanya

Juicy Air Fryer Chicken Bites

5 from 2 votes
These lightly crispy and moist air fryer chicken bites are perfect alone or with your favorite dipping sauce. Eat them alone or add them to a salad or rice bowl for a great-tasting main dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
Resting Time 2 minutes mins
Total Time 27 minutes mins
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 163

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast patted dry and cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon course black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Large bowl
  • Measuring spoons

Instructions
 

  1. In a large bowl, toss the chicken chunks with the olive oil. Sprinkle the salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder and onion powder over the chicken pieces and toss to coat evenly. Set aside to rest for 15 minutes.
  2. Preheat the air fryer to 360 degrees Fahrenheit (182°C).
  3. Arrange the chicken chunks in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 10-11 minutes, flipping halfway through, until chicken has reached an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit (74°C).
  4. Remove from the air fryer and rest for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 163kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 24gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 73mgSodium: 423mgPotassium: 434mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 0.04gVitamin A: 159IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 1mg

Notes

  • To ensure safety and proper cooking, always check that your chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) using a meat thermometer.
  • To ensure an even cook, cook the chicken in a single layer, in batches to avoid overcrowding.
  • These chicken bites can be served alone, with a dipping sauce, or as a part of a meal.

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