Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Bites
Juicy chicken pieces with an irresistibly crunchy cornstarch coating, cooked to golden perfection in the air fryer. No deep-frying, no mess — just satisfying crunch in under 30 minutes. This effortless recipe is a weeknight game-changer the whole family will love!
🛒 Ingredients
2 servings
- 400 g chicken pieces (wings or drumettes)
- 3 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
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Directions
- 1
Season the chicken pieces with salt, pepper, smoked paprika and garlic powder. Let rest for 10 minutes so the spices absorb well.
- 2
Coat each piece evenly in cornstarch, shaking off any excess, then brush lightly with olive oil to promote browning.
- 3
Preheat your air fryer to 200 °C (390 °F) for 3 minutes. Arrange the chicken in a single layer in the basket without overlapping.
- 4
Cook for 25–30 minutes until deeply golden and crispy, flipping the pieces halfway through cooking.
- 5
Check that the internal temperature has reached 75 °C (165 °F). Serve immediately with a herb yogurt dip or a crisp green salad.
💡 Chef's Tip
Always cook in a single layer for maximum crispiness — overcrowding steams the chicken instead of crisping it. Swap cornstarch for rice flour for an even lighter, more delicate crust.
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