AIR FRYER CHICKEN BITES WITH VEGGIES

Sure! Here’s a recipe for air fryer chicken bites with veggies along with some additional notes:

Ingredients:

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 cup breadcrumbs (you can use regular or panko breadcrumbs)
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 eggs, beaten
• Cooking spray
• Assorted veggies (e.g., bell peppers, zucchini, mushrooms, onions), sliced

Optional dipping sauce:

• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a shallow bowl or plate, mix together the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
3. Dip each chicken piece into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off, and then roll it in the breadcrumb mixture to coat evenly. Place the coated chicken pieces on a separate plate.
4. Lightly coat the air fryer basket with cooking spray to prevent sticking. Arrange the chicken pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket, leaving space between them for even cooking. You may need to cook the chicken in multiple batches depending on the size of your air fryer.
5. Place the sliced veggies in a separate bowl and lightly coat them with cooking spray. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Place the veggies in the air fryer basket around the chicken bites, making sure they are not overlapping.
7. Cook the chicken and veggies in the air fryer for about 10-12 minutes, flipping the chicken halfway through the cooking time, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through, and the veggies are tender.
8. While the chicken and veggies are cooking, you can prepare the optional dipping sauce by whisking together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, honey, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Adjust the seasoning according to your taste.
9. Once the chicken and veggies are done, remove them from the air fryer and serve hot with the optional dipping sauce on the side.

Notes:

• Make sure to cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces so that they cook evenly and thoroughly in the air fryer.
• Feel free to customize the seasoning according to your preference. You can add herbs like oregano or thyme to the breadcrumb mixture for extra flavor.
• Experiment with different veggies based on your taste. Just ensure they are sliced evenly for even cooking.
• You can serve the chicken bites and veggies as a standalone dish, or you can also serve them over a bed of rice or in a wrap for a complete meal.

Enjoy your air fryer chicken bites with veggies!