Can I use chicken breasts instead?

Yes! Chicken breasts or chicken tenders work well. Watch the cooking time carefully since breast meat can dry out more quickly.

Do I need to preheat the Ninja Crispi?

No. This recipe cooks beautifully without preheating. The Ninja Crispi reaches full temperature quickly therefore, does not require pre-heating.

How do I know when the chicken is done?

Use an instant-read thermometer. The chicken is safe to eat once it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Here is digital thermometer I use.

Can I make these ahead of time?

Absolutely! These chicken bites are perfect for meal prep and reheat beautifully for quick lunches and easy dinners throughout the week. If you're planning to make them ahead, a helpful tip is to check the internal temperature at around 8 minutes instead of 10. Since they’ll be reheated later, pulling them slightly earlier helps prevent them from drying out while still keeping them juicy and flavorful.

Air Fryer Chicken Bites {Ninja Crispi Recipe}

Name: Air Fryer Chicken Bites {Ninja Crispi Recipe}
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 3 chicken thighs; Drizzle of avocado oil; Kosher salt; McCormick All Purpose Seasoning: Garlic and Onion + Black Pepper and Sea Salt

Description

Juicy, crispy, and ready in 10 minutes—these Air Fryer Chicken Bites made in the Ninja Crispi Air Fryer are the high-protein dinner hack you’ll keep on repeat for busy weeknights and meal prep.

Ingredients

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3 chicken thighs
Drizzle of avocado oil
Kosher salt
McCormick All Purpose Seasoning: Garlic and Onion + Black Pepper and Sea Salt

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Instructions

Place chicken thighs on a cutting board and season both sides lightly with kosher salt.
Cube the chicken into bite sized pieces.
Drizzle the chicken with avocado oil.
Sprinkle the chicken with a layer of McCormick All Purpose Seasoning. Turn the chicken over and season the other side with more of the seasoning.
Mix everything together until each piece is evenly coated.
Arrange the chicken pieces in a single layer over the crisper rack in the Ninja Crispi Air Fryer. Leave a little space between each piece.
Air Fry on the "Max Crisp" setting for 10 minutes. (Max Crisp is 425-450 degrees Fahrenheit/218-232 degrees Celsius)
Air Fry until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit or 74 degrees Celsius.

Notes

If you are making these for meal prep, and will not be eating these right away, check the internal temperature at the 8 minute mark. That way when you reheat them, they will stay juice and tender.
Marinating these in the fridge for 1-2 hours will result in extra tender chicken bites.
Recipe card amounts may vary depending on the size of the chicken thighs and how much seasoning and salt you prefer. I estimated 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt and 1 tablespoon of all purpose seasoning as a starting point, but feel free to adjust to taste for your preferred flavor level.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Air Fryer
Cuisine: Mexican