Air Fryer Parmesan Chicken Bites

Use your air fryer to whip up these tasty Parmesan chicken bites that make a tasty appetizer or snack for after school.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 245 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 large egg
• 2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
• nonstick cooking spray
• 2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese
• 1 (6 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
• 0.5 cup panko bread crumbs
• 0.25 teaspoon salt, divided
• 0.25 teaspoon cantanzaro herbs (such as Savory Spice Shop®) or Italian seasoning

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat an air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for 5 minutes.

Step 2

Combine egg, whipping cream, and 1/2 of the salt in a bowl. Whisk until yellow and frothy.

Step 3

Mix panko, herbs. and remaining salt together in a separate shallow bowl until well combined.

Step 4

Dip chicken pieces first into egg mixture, followed by panko, and set in the air fryer basket.

Step 5

Air-fry for 13 minutes, shaking the basket every 5 minutes. Spray with cooking spray and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Air-fry until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear and Parmesan is melted, about 2 more minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).