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Lemon Parmesan Air Fryer Chicken Bites with Creamy Dill Sauce

Crispy air-fried chicken breast bites marinated with lemon, garlic, and Italian seasoning, coated in Parmesan panko breadcrumbs, and served with a creamy dill-Dijon dipping sauce. A high-protein dinner with a crisp exterior and tender, flavorful chicken inside.

Air Fryer Chicken Dinner Family Friendly High Protein Meal Prep Chicken Bites Creamy Dill Sauce
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Prep 15 minutes
Cook 16 minutes
Total
Servings 6
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Ingredients

Chicken

  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into approximately 2 x 3-inch pieces

Marinade

  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Breading

  • 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

Creamy Dill Sauce

  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried dill
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley

For Air Frying

  • Olive oil spray, as needed

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Shallow bowl or dish
  • Small mixing bowl
  • Whisk or spoon
  • Tongs

Instructions

Marinate the Chicken

  1. Cut the chicken breast into approximately 2 x 3-inch pieces.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, chicken broth, lemon juice, minced garlic, crushed red pepper flakes, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Add the chicken to the marinade and toss until every piece is well coated.
  4. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours.

Prepare the Breading and Sauce

  1. In a shallow bowl or dish, combine the panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and garlic powder. Mix well and set aside.
  2. In a separate small bowl, thoroughly mix the sour cream, Dijon mustard, paprika, dill, garlic powder, onion powder, and fresh parsley until smooth. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Air Fry the Chicken

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 360°F if your model recommends preheating.
  2. Remove the chicken pieces from the marinade, allowing excess marinade to drip off.
  3. Place each piece in the breading mixture and press the coating onto all sides so the chicken is well covered.
  4. Arrange the breaded chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket without crowding. Lightly spray the breaded chicken with olive oil.
  5. Air fry at 360°F for 16 minutes, turning the pieces halfway through if needed for even browning.
  6. Check that the thickest pieces have reached an internal temperature of 165°F.
  7. Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate and repeat with the remaining chicken in batches until all pieces are cooked.
  8. Serve hot with the creamy dill sauce on the side.

Estimated Nutrition Per Serving

Estimate

Serving size: About 1/6 of the cooked chicken with 1/6 of the sauce

Calories395 kcal
Protein41 g
Carbohydrates21 g
Fat14 g
Fiber1 g
Sugar2 g
Sodium620 mg
Saturated Fat5 g

Nutrition values are estimates and may vary based on brands, portions, substitutions and preparation.

Notes

  • The 2-hour marinating time is included in the total time.
  • Cook the chicken in batches so the air fryer basket is not crowded; total elapsed cooking time will depend on the size of your air fryer and the number of batches required.
  • Nutrition is estimated because the exact amount of marinade and breading retained on the chicken can vary.
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