Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ cup breadcrumbs (or panko for extra crunch)
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 packet (about 1 ounce) ranch seasoning mix
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Cooking spray (for greasing the air fryer basket)
Instructions
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and place in a large bowl.
- Drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat evenly.
- In a separate bowl, mix breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, ranch seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Coat chicken pieces with breadcrumb mixture, tossing or shaking in a bag for even coverage.
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3–5 minutes. Spray basket with cooking spray.
- Place chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Lightly spray tops with more cooking spray.
- Air fry for 10–12 minutes, shaking halfway through, until golden and internal temp reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest for 2 minutes before serving for juicier bites and crispier coating.
Notes
- Use panko for extra crunch or mix in smoked paprika for a smoky flavor.
- Chicken thighs can be used for extra juiciness.
- Serve with dipping sauces like ranch, BBQ, or buffalo sauce.
- Reheat in air fryer or oven to maintain crispiness.
- Freeze after cooking for quick future meals — reheat from frozen in air fryer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
