Air Fryer Popcorn Chicken

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 ½ cup panko breadcrumbs*
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • Olive oil spray
  • Ketchup, Low Fat Ranch Dressing, BBQ Sauce, Honey Mustard, Marinara, Optional, for dipping

Instructions

  • Add oil to a medium skillet over medium low heat. Add the panko and ½ teaspoon salt.
  • Toast panko for about 4 minutes or until just golden, stirring every 30 seconds to evenly brown.  Transfer crumbs to a plate.
  • Cut chicken into ¾-inch cubes (about the size of a small dice), season with ¼ teaspoon salt and pepper, to taste, then set up your dredging station. You should have about 60 cubes.

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