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Golden, crispy air fryer garlic butter chicken bites in a bowl, topped with parsley and lemon wedges. Easy 20-minute dinner made in the air fryer.

Air Fryer Garlic Butter Chicken Bites

These juicy Air Fryer Garlic Butter Chicken Bites are packed with flavor, crisped to perfection, and ready in under 20 minutes. Tossed in a buttery garlic sauce, they’re perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or easy snacking. Family-friendly, fast, and full of flavor—this one’s always a hit.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 2 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
  • Lemon wedges, for serving (optional)

Equipment

  • 1 Air Fryer
  • 1 Mixing bowl
  • 1 Tongs or spatula
  • 1 Small saucepan (for garlic butter)

Method
 

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3–4 minutes.
  2. Season the chicken. In a mixing bowl, toss the chicken pieces with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
  3. Cook the chicken. Arrange chicken pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Air fry for 8–10 minutes, shaking halfway through, until golden and cooked through.
  4. Make the garlic butter. While the chicken cooks, melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant (don’t let it burn).
  5. Toss and serve. Transfer cooked chicken to a bowl, pour the warm garlic butter over top, and toss to coat. Garnish with parsley and a squeeze of lemon if you like.
  6. Enjoy! Serve hot with rice, veggies, or a side of fries.

Notes

Notes:
  • You can swap chicken breast for boneless thighs if you prefer juicier bites.
  • Adjust cook time slightly based on your air fryer model—smaller pieces cook faster.
  • Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer for 3 minutes to bring back the crisp.
Nutrition (per serving):
Protein: 32g
Carbohydrates: 1g
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 110mg
Sodium: 420mg
Sugar: 0g