Air Fryer Chicken Bites (fresh)

• 1–2 chicken thighs or breast fillets, cut into even-sized pieces (or use pre-cut)
• 1 tsp olive oil
• Salt
• Optional: pepper, garlic powder, paprika, or your Flavour Bomb of choice

1. If cutting your own, chop chicken into evenly sized pieces (around 2–3cm).
2. Preheat the airfryer to 200c. Should take 2-3 mins.
3. Toss with olive oil and season with salt (plus any extras or Flavour Bomb coating).
4. Place in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
5. Cook at 200°C (390°F) for 8–10 minutes, shaking or flipping halfway.
6. Check that pieces are golden and cooked through (Just chop the biggest piec in half and have a look or If you have a meat thermometer, internal temp should be 75°C/165°F).

These crispy chicken bites are your flavour base—just add a few fast sides and you’ve got a complete, satisfying meal. Here’s how to build it:

• Grains: Toss into a bowl with a warm lentil pouch, spoon over garlic butter beans, or pair with microwave brown rice for a grounding, blood sugar–friendly base.
• Veg: Keep it simple with air-fried green beans, roasted carrots, or a quick salad with lemony dressing and crunch.
• Flavour Bombs: Level it up with a bold sauce or spice. Try pesto for creamy comfort, gochujang butter for a spicy dopamine hit, tandoori seasoning for a tangy punch, or shawarma for warming spice.

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• Use pre-cut chicken to skip prep completely.
• Make extra and keep some in the fridge for bowls or wraps later in the week.
• Freeze raw chicken pieces already seasoned—cook straight from frozen (just add 5 extra minutes).
• Toss in your Flavour Bomb after cooking for extra sauce and dopamine.