Step-by-Step Guide:

Prepare the Chicken

• Start by cutting your boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs into bite-sized chunks, about 1 to 1.5 inches each. Try to make them as even as possible to ensure they cook uniformly.

Set Up the Breading Station

• In a shallow dish, combine flour (or cornstarch for an extra crispy bite) with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
• In another bowl, whisk the eggs until they’re fully blended and ready to coat the chicken.

Coat the Chicken Pieces

• First, dip each chicken piece into the egg wash, letting any excess drip off.
• Then, coat it generously in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing lightly to make sure the breadcrumbs stick. The more crumbs, the crunchier your bites will be!

Preheat the Air Fryer

• Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 3-5 minutes. Preheating ensures that your chicken starts cooking immediately, giving it that crisp texture right from the start.

Air Fry the Chicken Bites

• Arrange the coated chicken pieces in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Avoid overcrowding so the air circulates and the chicken cooks evenly.
• Lightly spray the chicken with cooking spray to help them crisp up perfectly.
• Cook for about 8-10 minutes, flipping the chicken halfway through. Your bites should be golden brown and have an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) when done.

Serve and Enjoy

• Once crispy and cooked through, remove the chicken bites from the air fryer and let them cool for a couple of minutes.