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Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Bites Recipe

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These Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Bites are a spicy, snackable, and healthier alternative to traditional fried boneless wings. Made by baking succulent chicken breast pieces coated with a flavorful blend of spices and tossed in tangy buffalo sauce, they offer all the juicy texture and satisfying flavor without the guilt of frying. Perfect for dinner or as an appetizer, these bites come together quickly and are served best with rice, fresh carrots, celery, and a creamy ranch or blue cheese dressing.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Chicken and Seasoning

  • 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 ½ inch pieces
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¾ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Additional Ingredients

  • Olive oil spray
  • ½ cup buffalo sauce
  • Rice (for serving)
  • Carrots (for serving)
  • Celery (for serving)
  • Ranch or blue cheese dressing (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Place the chicken pieces in a large mixing bowl. Add the baking powder, garlic powder, kosher salt, paprika, onion powder, and black pepper. Stir or toss well to ensure each piece is evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
  2. Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 400°F (204°C) and allow it to preheat completely before adding the chicken for optimal cooking results.
  3. Arrange Chicken in Air Fryer: Once preheated, place the coated chicken pieces in a single, even layer in the air fryer basket, making sure to leave space between pieces for air circulation. Lightly spray the chicken with olive oil spray to help crisp the exterior.
  4. Cook the Chicken: Cook the chicken bites for 8-10 minutes until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and are golden and cooked through, turning or shaking the basket halfway if your air fryer instructions recommend it.
  5. Warm the Buffalo Sauce: While the chicken cooks, warm the buffalo sauce in the microwave for 20-30 seconds to make tossing easier and to enhance the flavor.
  6. Toss Chicken in Sauce: Transfer the cooked chicken bites to a large bowl, pour the warm buffalo sauce over them, and toss thoroughly to coat all pieces with the spicy sauce.
  7. Serve: Serve the buffalo chicken bites over a bed of rice, accompanied by fresh carrots and celery sticks. Top with your preferred ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping or drizzling.

Notes

  • Ensure not to overcrowd the air fryer basket to allow even cooking and crispiness.
  • Use baking powder (not baking soda) to achieve a crispy outer layer without frying.
  • Adjust the spiciness by choosing a mild or hot buffalo sauce according to preference.
  • For extra flavor, marinate chicken briefly with spices before coating with baking powder.
  • Leftovers can be reheated in the air fryer for a few minutes to retain crispiness.
  • Author: ELLA
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner / Appetizer
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://ellarecipe.com/air-fryer-buffalo-chicken-bites-recipe/