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Air Fryer Lemon Chicken Bites

Crispy Air Fryer Lemon Chicken Bites for Zesty Flavor Bliss

These Air Fryer Lemon Chicken Bites are low-calorie, bursting with flavor, and ready in just 12 minutes, making weeknight dinners special.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 12 minutes
Servings: 4 bites
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Bites
  • 2 cups Chicken Breast Fresh or fully thawed
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Can substitute with lime zest
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Or use fresh minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Can substitute with fresh onion
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Consider smoked paprika for a unique touch
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Essential seasoning

Equipment

  • air fryer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Whisk until well blended.
  2. Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and add to the marinade. Toss gently to coat evenly and let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) to ensure an even crispy cook.
  4. Arrange marinated chicken bites in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook for 10-12 minutes, shaking halfway through.
  5. Remove chicken bites using tongs, serve hot, and enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 20gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgVitamin C: 5mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, marinate your chicken for several hours or overnight. Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the air fryer.

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