Description
These crispy and flavorful chicken bites are perfect for any occasion, whether as an appetizer, snack, or main course. Coated in a savory blend of seasonings and breadcrumbs, they are fried to golden perfection or baked for a healthier option.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Bites:
- 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Breading:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Oil for frying or baking spray for oven method
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Place chicken pieces in a bowl and cover with buttermilk. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours for tender, juicy bites.
- Prepare the Breading: In a shallow bowl, whisk together flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. In another bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese.
- Coat the Chicken: Remove chicken from buttermilk, dredge each piece in flour, dip in egg, and then coat in the breadcrumb mixture.
- To Fry: Heat oil in a skillet to 350°F and fry chicken bites in batches for 4–5 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- To Bake: Preheat oven to 400°F, place chicken bites on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spray with cooking oil, and bake for 18–20 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley and enjoy hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- These chicken bites are versatile and can be served with various sauces for different flavors.
- Consider tossing them in buffalo sauce, honey garlic glaze, or barbecue sauce for a unique twist.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus marinating)
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Main Course
- Method: Frying or Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: about 6–7 bites
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 510 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
