Air Fryer Boneless BBQ Crujientes

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Air Fryer Boneless BBQ Crujientes are very crispy and delicious. It contains chicken, breadcrumbs, flour, eggs, BBQ sauce, cooking spray, and seasonings. These simple components are very easily obtainable. Air Fryer Boneless BBQ Crujientes prepare quickly in 29 minutes, perfect for a quick dinner or appetizer. This dish is very flavorful, so we can easily prepare it for a family gathering or any event. It has no dairy items, so it is good for non-dairy peoples. This dish stores nicely, so we can easily prepare it in advance if required. Serve this dish with roasted broccoli, grilled zucchini, or diet cola.

STATS:

  • Calories: 320 kcal
  • Time for prep: 15 minutes
  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Cook Time: 14 minutes
  • Cuisine: American
  • Total Time: 29 minutes
  • Course: Main Course, Appetizer
  • Diet: High-Protein
  • Servings: 4

EQUIPMENT:

  • Air fryer
  • Mixing bowls
  • Tongs
  • Wire rack
  • Cooking spray

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1 lb. chicken breast
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ tsp. onion powder
  • ½ tsp. salt
  • One tsp. smoked paprika
  • ¼ tsp. black pepper
  • One tsp. garlic powder
  • ½ cup BBQ sauce
  • Cooking spray

INGREDIENT NOTES:

CHICKEN BREAST:

  • Chicken breast is used to prepare this dish. It will provide the protein in these Crujientes and also keep the dish light. We can utilize the chicken thighs if you want to make the dish more flavorful.

BREADCRUMBS:

  • Use the panko breadcrumbs to make the light and crispy coating. It will help to attain the real crunchiness in the air fryer.

FLOUR:

  • Use the flour to coat these chicken pieces to help the egg and breadcrumbs stick to them.

EGG WASH:

  • Use the egg wash to stick the breading on the chicken and make the top crisp and golden.

SMOKE PAPRIKA:

  • It will add a light smoky taste and enrich the BBQ taste in these chicken pieces.

GARLIC POWDER:

  • It will add the savory taste and balance the sweet taste of the BBQ sauce. Avoid using fresh garlic as it burns in the air fryer.

ONION POWDER:

  • It will add a light, sweet taste and also balance the seasoning well.

BBQ SAUCE:

  • Use the BBQ sauce to make this dish. It can be spicy, sweet, or smoky as you like

COOKING SPRAY:

  • Use the cooking spray to coat the chicken pieces equally and brown them well. It will make them crispier.

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Now heat the air fryer for 200° C for three to five minutes.
  2. Include the vessel and include the flour & seasonings to it, and combine them.
  3. Now add the eggs to the vessel and beat them nicely.
  4. Add the chicken pieces to the flour mix, then add them to the eggs, and then coat them in the panko breadcrumbs.
  5. Add the chicken pieces in one line in basket and spray lightly on them.
  6. Now, air fry the chicken for 10 to 12 minutes, then flip the sides in between to cook them equally.
  7. Add the BBQ sauce and chicken pieces to the vessel and toss them nicely.
  8. Add the chicken pieces in basket & air fry for 2 minutes to caramelize them & serve.

WHAT TO SERVE:

DIPPING SAUCE:

  • Ranch Dressing
  • Honey Mustard
  • Chipotle Mayo
  • Garlic Aioli

SIDE DISH:

  • Sweet Potato Fries
  • Coleslaw
  • Baked Beans
  • Corn on the Cob

SALAD:

  • Cucumber Salad
  • Garden Salad
  • Broccoli Slaw
  • Caesar Salad

VEGETABLE:

  • Roasted Broccoli
  • Air Fryer Green Beans
  • Grilled Zucchini
  • Roasted Carrots

BEVERAGES:

  • Iced Tea
  • Lemonade
  • Sparkling Water
  • Diet Cola

TIPS:

  • Avoid adding lots of chicken pieces in the basket so they get crisp nicely.
  • Lightly spray the chicken pieces to make them crisp and brown.
  • Include the cayenne pepper in the seasoning mixture to make it spicier.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • Include the chicken in tight box & store for 4 days.

FREEZER:

  • Include the cool chicken pieces in tight vessel & stock for 2 months.

FAQs:

Will I make the dish with the chicken thighs?

  • Yes, use the chicken thighs to prepare this dish more flavorful and juicier.

How to keep the crispy texture of these chicken pieces?

  • Include the BBQ sauce at the end and air fry them again for 2 minutes to maintain the crispness of the chicken pieces.

How can we prepare the chicken pieces without the gluten?

  • Use the almond flour and vegan bread to prepare the chicken pieces without gluten.

Can I make this dish in advance?

  • Yes, prepare the chicken pieces and store them in the fridge, and air fry them fresh for the best taste.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Total Carbs: 21 g

Fiber: 3 g

Caloric count: 320 kcal

Protein: 31 g

Fat: 11 g

Net Carbs: 18 g

Iron: 2.1 mg

Calcium: 85 mg

Vitamin A: 0.12 mg

Serving: 1 serving

Sodium: 680 mg

Potassium: 520 mg

Serving Size: 200 g