Description
Savor the irresistible combination of sweet and smoky flavors with Air Fryer Honey BBQ Chicken Bites! These crispy, juicy morsels are perfect for any occasion—whether you’re hosting a party or enjoying a cozy night in. With minimal prep and cooking time, this guilt-free recipe delivers a delicious crunch without the excess oil, making it a family favorite that’s easy to customize.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1-inch cubes)
- ½ cup honey
- ½ cup BBQ sauce (your choice)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine honey and BBQ sauce.
- Add garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper; mix well.
- Toss chicken pieces in the marinade until coated. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Remove chicken from marinade and coat with panko breadcrumbs evenly.
- Arrange chicken bites in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
- Toss with additional honey BBQ sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 pieces (approx. 100g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg