Crispy Lemon Pepper Chicken Bites Recipe
Crispy Lemon Pepper Chicken Bites are a flavorful and easy-to-make appetizer or snack featuring tender chicken pieces coated in lemon pepper seasoning and flour, then cooked to a golden, crispy perfection. Perfect for serving hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes frying / 25 minutes baking
- Total Time: 25 minutes frying / 35 minutes baking
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
Seasoning and Coating
- 2 teaspoons lemon pepper seasoning
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- Salt, to taste
Cooking
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil (for frying) or cooking spray (for baking)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces ensuring they are uniform for even cooking.
- Season and Coat: In a bowl, season the chicken pieces with lemon pepper seasoning and a pinch of salt. Then, dredge the chicken pieces thoroughly in all-purpose flour until evenly coated.
- Cook the Chicken: For frying, heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and fry the coated chicken bites in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side. For baking, preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C), place the coated chicken pieces on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or sprayed with cooking spray, and bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crispy and fully cooked.
- Serve: Remove the chicken bites from heat and serve hot, optionally with a dipping sauce of your choice.
Notes
- You can adjust the lemon pepper seasoning amount based on your taste preference.
- For a healthier option, baking is recommended instead of frying.
- Make sure chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for safety.
- Serve as a snack or appetizer with ranch, honey mustard, or your favorite dip.
Keywords: Lemon Pepper Chicken, Crispy Chicken Bites, Chicken Appetizer, Fried Chicken Bites, Easy Chicken Snack
