Description
Air Fryer Lemon Chicken Bites are a delightful combination of juicy chicken marinated in zesty lemon and garlic, then air-fried to golden perfection. These bite-sized nuggets are not only quick to prepare but also offer a crispy texture without the excess oil of traditional frying. Perfect for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer, these flavorful bites will elevate any meal with their vibrant taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- Juice of 2 fresh lemons (approximately 1/3 cup)
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Add chicken pieces and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400?F (200?C).
- Arrange marinated chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve immediately with fresh herbs and an extra squeeze of lemon if desired.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg