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Parmesan Chicken Bites Recipe

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Crispy and flavorful Parmesan Chicken Bites, perfect for a quick appetizer or snack. These bite-sized pieces of chicken are coated in a seasoned Parmesan and Panko breadcrumb mixture, then pan-fried to golden perfection, offering a crunchy texture and savory taste in just 25 minutes.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Seasoning

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch chunks
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Breading Mixture

  • 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Coating and Cooking

  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves (for garnish)
  • Additional Parmesan cheese (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat Oil: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, preparing it for frying the chicken bites.
  2. Season Chicken: Season the chicken chunks evenly with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance their natural flavor before breading.
  3. Prepare Breading Mixture: In a large bowl, combine Panko breadcrumbs, freshly grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix well and set aside.
  4. Coat Chicken: Working in batches, dredge each piece of chicken first in all-purpose flour, then dip into the beaten eggs, and finally press into the Panko mixture to coat thoroughly.
  5. Fry Chicken Bites: Place 5 or 6 coated chicken pieces into the hot oil in the skillet, cooking until golden brown and crispy on all sides, about 3 to 4 minutes per batch. Remove and transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  6. Serve: Serve the Parmesan Chicken Bites immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh parsley if desired for extra flavor and presentation.

Notes

  • Work in batches when frying to avoid overcrowding the skillet, which can lower the oil temperature and lead to soggy chicken bites.
  • Panko breadcrumbs provide extra crunch; avoid substituting with regular breadcrumbs for best texture.
  • To keep cooked chicken warm while frying remaining batches, place them on a baking sheet in a low oven (around 200°F) before serving.
  • For a gluten-free version, replace all-purpose flour and Panko with gluten-free alternatives.
  • Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying to ensure a crispy coating without absorbing excess oil.

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