Description
A delightful dish that bursts with flavor, featuring juicy chicken bites marinated in zesty lemon and spices, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 500 grams (1 lb) chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 60 ml (1/4 cup) lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 30 ml (2 tablespoons) olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the chicken pieces, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well to ensure the chicken is evenly coated. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes for the best flavor.
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Once marinated, place the chicken bites in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook the chicken bites for about 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in the air fryer for a few minutes until warmed through.
- For freezing, lay them flat in a freezer-safe bag for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Air Fryer, Lemon Chicken, Chicken Bites, Appetizer, Main Course