Ingredients
Method
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the honey, barbecue sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until smooth and combined.
- Add the chicken pieces to the bowl and toss until every piece is evenly coated in the honey barbecue marinade.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors absorb into the chicken.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F for 3 to 5 minutes.
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray.
- Arrange the marinated chicken bites in a single layer in the basket, leaving a little space between pieces; cook in batches if needed.
- Air fry the chicken at 400°F for 10 to 12 minutes, turning the pieces halfway through, until cooked through and lightly caramelized on the edges.
- Transfer the cooked chicken bites to a plate and let rest for 2 to 3 minutes before serving hot.
Notes
- Cut the chicken into evenly sized pieces so they cook at the same rate.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket or the chicken will steam instead of crisp.
- For easier cleanup, you can line the basket with a parchment liner designed for air fryers.
- Use your favorite barbecue sauce; choose a low sugar option if you want to reduce carbs.
- Leftovers keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat well at 350°F in the air fryer for 3 to 5 minutes.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket or the chicken will steam instead of crisp.
- For easier cleanup, you can line the basket with a parchment liner designed for air fryers.
- Use your favorite barbecue sauce; choose a low sugar option if you want to reduce carbs.
- Leftovers keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat well at 350°F in the air fryer for 3 to 5 minutes.