Description
Crispy and flavorful Air Fryer Chicken Bites made with tender boneless chicken breast, tossed in olive oil and taco seasoning, then cooked to perfection in the air fryer for a quick and healthy meal or snack.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 1 lb boneless chicken breast
Seasoning
- 1-2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1-2 tablespoons taco seasoning (such as Siete)
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt (optional, if needed)
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer: Set your air fryer to 390°F and allow it to preheat while you prepare the chicken.
- Cut the chicken: Using a sharp knife and cutting board, cut the boneless chicken breast into 1.5-inch chunks for even cooking.
- Season the chicken: Place the chicken chunks in a medium bowl. Add olive oil and taco seasoning, adjusting amounts based on your preference. Toss thoroughly to ensure every piece is well coated.
- Cook in air fryer: Arrange the seasoned chicken bites in a single layer inside the preheated air fryer basket. Cook for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to promote even browning and crispiness.
- Check for doneness and serve: Confirm the internal temperature of the chicken has reached 165°F using a meat thermometer and ensure the meat is no longer pink. Remove from the air fryer and serve immediately.
Notes
- You can customize the amount of taco seasoning and olive oil based on your flavor preference and the specific seasoning brand.
- Shaking the air fryer basket halfway through cooking helps the chicken bites crisp on all sides evenly.
- Ensure chicken is fully cooked to 165°F internal temperature for safety.
- Use kosher salt optionally depending on the saltiness of your seasoning blend.
- This recipe is ideal for a quick, healthy snack or meal for two servings.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
