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Crunchy Chicken Bites Recipe

Crispy and crunchy chicken bites perfect for a quick snack or appetizer. Easy to make with simple ingredients.

Learn how to make crunchy chicken bites with a crispy coating. Perfect quick snack or appetizer with simple ingredients and easy steps.

Recipe Details

Prep time
10m
Cook time
15m
Rest time
0s
Total time
25m

Ingredients

Servings:
1
  • 150 g skinless chicken breast cut into bite size pieces
  • 40 g plain breadcrumbs
  • 30 g all purpose flour
  • 1 piece large egg beaten
  • 30 ml vegetable oil for frying
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon paprika
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper ground

Origins

USA

Instructions

  1. Cut the skinless chicken breast into bite size pieces of about 2 cm each.
  2. In a bowl, mix the plain breadcrumbs with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and ground black pepper.
  3. Place the all purpose flour in a separate shallow dish.
  4. Beat the large egg in another shallow dish until smooth.
  5. Coat each chicken piece first in the flour, shaking off excess.
  6. Then dip the floured chicken pieces into the beaten egg, ensuring full coverage.
  7. Finally, roll the chicken pieces in the seasoned breadcrumb mixture until fully coated.
  8. Heat the vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat until hot but not smoking.
  9. Carefully place the coated chicken pieces in the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding.
  10. Cook the chicken bites for about 3 to 4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
  11. Remove the chicken bites from the oil and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
  12. Serve the crunchy chicken bites hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Tips

  • Use fresh chicken breast for best texture and flavor.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan when frying to keep oil temperature steady.
  • Serve immediately for maximum crunchiness.

Serving Suggestions

  • ranch dressing
  • barbecue sauce
  • honey mustard sauce
  • coleslaw
  • fresh vegetable sticks

Enjoy these crunchy chicken bites fresh and hot with your favorite dipping sauce for a tasty snack or appetizer.


Nutrition Facts

Estimated values per 100g.

  • Fiber (g): 1
  • Sodium (g): 0.5
  • Sugar (g): 1
  • Fat (g): 10
  • Carbohydrates (g): 15
  • Protein (g): 22
  • Calories: 250
  • Cholesterol (g): 0.08
  • Saturated Fat (g): 2

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