Spicy Pickle Chicken Bites (Printable Version)

Zesty air-fried chicken bites brined in pickle juice and hot sauce for spicy, crispy flavor.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Marinade

01 - 1 pound chicken tenderloins or breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
02 - 1/2 cup pickle juice
03 - 1 tablespoon hot sauce

→ Coating

04 - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
05 - Oil spray for air frying

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Combine chicken pieces, pickle juice, and hot sauce in a bowl or zip-top bag. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to marinate.
02 - Preheat air fryer to 375°F. Dredge the marinated chicken in flour, ensuring each piece is well coated and shaking off any excess.
03 - Place coated chicken pieces in the air fryer basket in a single layer and lightly spray with oil.
04 - Air fry for 12 to 15 minutes, flipping the chicken halfway through, until the exterior is golden and the meat is thoroughly cooked.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Uses only a handful of simple ingredients you likely already have
  • Ready in just under an hour with minimal hands-on work
  • Perfect satisfying crunch without deep frying
  • Kid-friendly with easy options to customize the level of heat
  • Great for meal prepping or last-minute guests
02 -
  • Excellent source of protein for any meal
  • Lower fat than traditional deep fried chicken
  • Adaptable for gluten free diets or different spice levels
03 -
  • Always pat your chicken dry before adding to the marinade so the pickle and hot sauce really cling
  • Double dip in flour for an extra thick crispy crust
  • Spray the bites just before air frying not earlier for the best crunch
  • A little cayenne or smoked paprika in the flour can dial up the complexity
  • Taste your pickle juice before using as some are saltier than others and you may want to adjust the hot sauce accordingly
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