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Air Fryer Hot Honey Lemon Chicken Bites

Crispy Air Fryer Hot Honey Lemon Chicken Bites You’ll Love

Delight in sweet and spicy Air Fryer Hot Honey Lemon Chicken Bites that are crispy, quick, and a perfect family-friendly dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bites
Course: APPETIZERS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Frozen Boneless Chicken Bites Plain-flavored for best flavor absorption.
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Hot Honey Can substitute with regular honey and cayenne.
  • 1/4 cup Lemon Juice Fresh lemon juice preferred.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Neutral oil can be used.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Yellow mustard is a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Optional Hot Sauce Adjust based on spice tolerance.
For Serving
  • 1 cup Optional Ranch Dressing For dipping.

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Method
 

Directions
  1. Prepare Chicken: Place frozen boneless chicken bites in the air fryer basket, set to 400°F and cook for about 12 to 15 minutes until golden and crispy.
  2. Make Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together hot honey, lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, kosher salt, pepper, and hot sauce (if using) until smooth.
  3. Coat Chicken: Transfer cooked chicken bites into a container, pour sauce over, and shake gently to coat evenly.
  4. Serve: Enjoy warm chicken bites immediately, paired with optional ranch dressing for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 4bitesCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve with coleslaw or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.

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