These crispy chicken bites are easy to make, full of flavor, and perfect as a snack, appetizer, or main dish. Coated in a seasoned breadcrumb mixture and baked to perfection, they’re great with your favorite dipping sauces!
Ingredients
For the Chicken Bites:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized cubes
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 tbsp olive oil or melted butter (for drizzling)
For Dipping Sauce (optional):
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing or honey mustard
- 2 tbsp ketchup (optional, for mixing with honey mustard)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken Bites
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.
- Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
- Make the Coating
- In a shallow bowl, mix the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Place the flour in a separate shallow bowl and beat the eggs in another bowl.
- Coat the Chicken
- Dredge each piece of chicken first in the flour, then dip it into the beaten eggs, and finally coat it with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing down slightly to ensure it sticks.
- Bake the Chicken Bites
- Place the coated chicken bites in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil or melted butter for extra crispiness.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 75°C).
- Serve
- Serve the chicken bites hot with your favorite dipping sauce like ranch dressing, honey mustard, or ketchup.
Tips
- For extra crunch, double coat the chicken by dipping it in the egg and breadcrumbs twice.
- Spice it up by adding cayenne pepper or chili powder to the breadcrumb mixture.
- If you want to make these chicken bites even healthier, try air frying them for 10-12 minutes at 375°F (190°C).
Enjoy your crispy, flavorful chicken bites!