Description
Crispy, golden, and flavorful chicken bites that are perfect for a quick snack or appetizer. These tender pieces of chicken are seasoned and coated for the perfect crunch in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Ranch dressing or dipping sauce (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- In another shallow bowl, beat the eggs until smooth.
- In a third shallow bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Dip each chicken piece first into the flour mixture, then into the beaten eggs, and finally into the panko mixture, pressing gently to coat evenly.
- Heat about 1/2 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the chicken pieces in batches, cooking for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Transfer the chicken bites to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with ranch dressing or your favorite dipping sauce, if desired.
Notes
- You can also bake these chicken bites in the oven at 400°F (200°C) for about 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, for a healthier option.
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the flour mixture for a bit of heat.
- These chicken bites can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 pieces
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: chicken bites, crispy chicken, chicken appetizer, fried chicken, easy chicken recipe