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Crispy Air Fryer Garlic Butter Chicken Bites Recipe

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Make this garlic butter chicken bites air fryer recipe in 15 minutes! Juicy, golden, and perfect for an easy crispy chicken bites dinner.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 243
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1-inch pieces)
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp Onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp Smoked paprika
  • 3/4 tsp Sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp Black pepper
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
  • 2 tbsp Unsalted butter (cut into small pieces)
  • 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (optional; chopped)

Method
 

  1. Dry the chicken thoroughly using paper towels.
  2. Combine the chicken pieces in a large bowl with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper, then toss well to ensure an even coating.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, then reduce to medium and arrange the chicken in a single layer. Cook for 5-8 minutes, flipping every 2-3 minutes until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 150-155°F (66-68°C).
  4. Lower the heat to low, add butter pieces to the skillet, and stir to coat the chicken. Continue cooking for 1-3 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), then garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 243kcalCarbohydrates: 0.9gProtein: 24.3gFat: 15.4gSaturated Fat: 5.2gCholesterol: 87.6mgSodium: 613.3mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 0.1g

Notes

Chicken Choice: I often use chicken thighs instead of breasts when I want a juicier bite, but make sure to trim the extra fat so they crisp up properly in the pan.
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