Description
Tender, juicy chicken bites infused with bright lemon zest, perfect for a quick and easy dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Juice of 2 lemons
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade: In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well to create a flavorful marinade.
- Marinate the chicken: Add the bite-sized chicken pieces to the bowl and toss them until they are evenly coated in the marinade. Let it sit for at least 30 minutes, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours for deeper flavor.
- Preheat the air fryer: Set your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and preheat it for 5 minutes.
- Air fry the chicken: Arrange the marinated chicken bites in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not overcrowded. Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Garnish and serve: Once done, remove the chicken bites from the air fryer and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve immediately with your choice of dipping sauce.
Notes
For best results, use fresh chicken; do not overcrowd the air fryer basket for even cooking.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American