Air Fryer Chicken Bites
Seasoned boneless chicken thigh chunks air-fried until crisp—no coating needed, done in roughly 20 minutes.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken thighs, cut into 2-inch cubes
- 1/3 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Olive oil cooking spray
Steps
- Stir together the ketchup, brown sugar, onion powder, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until smooth.
- Add the chicken pieces to a medium bowl or large zip-top bag. Pour in the sauce and toss until coated. Let marinate at least 15 minutes.
- Coat the air fryer basket with cooking spray and arrange the chicken in a single layer. Avoid crowding or stacking pieces.
- Cook at 380°F for 9 to 11 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Timing depends on your air fryer and how large the pieces are.
- Continue with remaining chicken in batches. Offer alongside dipping sauces of your choice.